Canada declares state of emergency in 2 provinces as wildfires spread
According to webangah News Agency, canadian officials reported expanding wildfires in two provinces of the country.
Authorities confirmed that Saskatchewan and Manitoba provinces have declared emergencies as rapidly advancing fires threaten communities.
Saskatchewan local officials stated wildfires in the province’s northern regions have forced thousands to evacuate.
The emergency declaration followed fires approaching residential areas, compelling thousands to abandon their homes, according to local authorities.
Regional sources reported 16 active wildfire incidents, with only three brought under control so far.
Meanwhile, Manitoba provincial officials confirmed the disaster has triggered mandatory evacuations for 17,000 residents – marking the largest such operation in the province’s history.
Canadian sources indicate Prime Minister Mark Carney has approved military deployment given the scale of wildfires.
