We’re learning more about the structural damage in the
#JasperWildfire
. The hospital, schools and other critical infrastructure are safe. Jasper Park Lodge also provided an update that the hotel did see some fire damage, but most buildings including the main lodge remain intact.
A firefighter has died fighting the
#JasperWildfires
. The 24-year-old firefighter was hit by a falling tree while fighting the blaze northeast of Jasper.
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Trisha Estabrooks is officially seeking the federal NDP nomination in Edmonton Centre resigning from her role as Chair of the Edmonton Public School Board.
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REENTRY UPDATE: Jasper Mayor Richard Ireland told Media this morning that on Monday additional information will be announced for details of the reentry. He calls it a “critical day”.
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We’re hearing now from Premier Smith, Federal Minister Sajjan, Jasper Mayor Richard Ireland and Minister Ellis on this difficult firefight and devastating destruction.
#jasperfire
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There is an increased police presence near the intersection of Clement Ave and Gordon Drive after a vehicle was hit off the road during a car chase.
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With temperatures beginning to fall, flu and COVID-19 cases have started to rise throughout Alberta. Local pharmacists say that many Edmontonians are trying to get ahead of the curve, by getting their vaccines.
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Edmonton therapists say around this time of year, more people experience anxiety, depression and are increasingly stressed in their day-to-day lives. This year financial pressures are heightened.
#yeg
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Ireland says thanks to the dedicated work of crews the criteria for reentry continues to be achieved at an accelerated pace. “Precise terms” and dates will be shared Monday.
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One of North America's most iconic mascots is retiring after nearly 80 years fire safety.
@JasmineKingTV
reports Smokey Bear is stepping out of the limelight to make way for modern messaging and a Canadian-made mascot.
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In the past 24 hours,
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say 6 Lexus RX350 have been stolen in Edmonton. Are any Lexus owners in
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Around this time of year, Okanagan producers should be selling this year's peach harvest. However, as
@JasmineKingTV
reports, with the colder weather we saw this spring, producers have lost the majority, if not all of their crops.
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#BCWildfire
is responding to the Blue Grouse Creek wildfire (K52332) located ~9 km NW of
#Kelowna
. The fire is currently spot sized (0.009 of a hectare) and is classified as Out of Control. Personnel are en route and 2 helicopters are supporting. No values are at risk currently.