A look at a map of the active fires in Alberta, and where evacuations are happening
That’s the time of year when winds, temperatures and other conditions, such as the dryness of the ground, combine to create conditions for extreme fire weather, Dr. Flannigan explains. Such conditions might occur on only a handful of days, but the fires that result tend to be the large ones that result in significant damage to communities or landscapes.
“Research we have done shows that extreme fire weather is increasing, so it’s only going to get more challenging,” Dr. Flannigan said.United Conservative Party Leader Danielle Smith activated cabinet’s emergency management committee Friday and said there would be daily media briefings on the wildfire situation.
“This is a very serious ongoing situation, and Alberta’s government will continue to monitor and provide Albertans with the most up-to-date information,” said a statement from the Premier’s office., took a moment out of an education announcement in Calgary to share sympathies with those affected by the fires.
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