Alberta military base fire leaves four service members killed, dozens injured in Canada
Fire breaks out during training
The people killed included reservists and soldiers from Princess Patricia’s Canadian Light Infantry. They had traveled from bases across Canada to train at Wainwright.
Hospitals respond to casualties
Wainwright Mayor Bruce Pugh said the town’s small hospital was not built for a mass-casualty event. He praised local medical workers and said aircraft were carrying patients to other facilities.
Investigation and public response
Defense Minister David McGuinty said the RCMP were involved and authorities were still working to establish what happened. He described the situation as “very, very active and delicate,” and said officials expected to provide more information.
Carney said families of the four dead service members had been informed. He also said flags at federal buildings across Canada would be flown at half-staff in tribute to those affected.
Key points
- Four service members died, and dozens were seriously injured in the Wainwright base fire.
- The fire began during military training on Saturday, according to Carney.
- Hospitals across Alberta coordinated care as emergency medical resources were stretched.
- Advance voting at Wainwright Communiplex ended early, with ballots moved securely.