Massive wildfires are currently ravaging the Pacific Northwest and Canada, with smoke traveling south and affecting surrounding areas. The Washington Post reports that 25,000 people have been ordered to evacuate as fires burn in Canada’s Jasper National Park, as covered by ABC News. Park rangers in Canada are diligently searching for any stragglers left in the evacuation zone of two major wildfires, according to The Hill. NBC News states that wildfires sweeping across the western U.S. and Canada have forced thousands of individuals to leave their homes for safety. The chaos of the Jasper evacuation left many in awe, with evacuees finding solace in temporary shelter in Calgary, as described by the Calgary Herald. The situation is dire, but the resilience and cooperation of communities in the affected areas continue to shine through in these trying times.
Massive wildfires sweep through Pacific Northwest and Canada, pushing smoke southwards – The Washington Post
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