As wildfires in Manitoba displace over 17,000 residents, the premier of Saskatchewan announced that conditions are worsening in his province as well.
Scott Moe noted that around 15,000 individuals in Saskatchewan have evacuated their homes, with more leaving as conditions deteriorate.
“Yesterday was particularly concerning due to the weather conditions, the extent of the fires, and their aggressive nature nearing communities,” he remarked during a wildfire briefing in Prince Albert, Sask.
“We are nearing approximately 15,000 evacuees throughout the province, receiving support from various communities, and additional families are departing their homes as we speak.”
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Moe highlighted significant damage in regions like Denare Beach, where several homes have been lost.
And challenging days are likely ahead with little rain expected in the forecast.
Moe has been in touch with other provincial leaders and Prime Minister Mark Carney, who assured him that assistance will be allocated to combat the ongoing fires affecting over 30 communities.
An evacuation order was issued Monday for approximately 7,000 residents in La Ronge, Air Ronge, and the Lac La Ronge Indian Band.
Officials reported that fire has reached the La Ronge airport, which resulted in the loss of the air tanker base, though no aircraft were harmed.
Evacuees from that region have been advised to head south towards Prince Albert, located 240 kilometers away.
To date, around 8,000 residents have been displaced by recent wildfires.
— By Aaron Sousa in Edmonton
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