A serious incident at CFB Wainwright, one of Canada's busiest military training bases in northern Alberta, caused a major fire on Saturday, October 17. Prime Minister Mark Carney described the event as a serious incident, though officials have not yet provided details regarding the cause of the blaze.
Defence Minister David McGuinty announced during a press conference Saturday night that there have been both fatalities and injuries as a result of the incident. The specific number of people killed and injured has not been disclosed.
Strong winds have caused the major fire to spread toward a nearby town.