Casualties reported in incident at Canadian military base in Alberta; fire ongoing
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A large-scale fire broke out at a Canadian military base in western Canada, prompting Prime Minister Mark Carney to call it a 'serious incident.' The Defense Ministry stated there is no indication of terrorism, but the casualty toll and extent of damage remain unknown. The incident is under investigation, and the immediate focus is on assisting affected personnel.
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An explosion and subsequent fire at Canadian Forces Base (CFB) Wainwright in Alberta during a live-fire exercise has resulted in at least 7 confirmed fatalities and dozens of injuries. The incident is attributed to a gas pipeline or tank being struck, with high winds spreading the fire beyond the base perimeter. Investigations are ongoing, and the full extent of casualties and damage remains unconfirmed.
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