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UPDATED Oct 18, 2026 at 1:05 PM ET
Oct 17, 2026 at 10:07 PM ET
Fire at Alberta military base kills four service members
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Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney said four service members were killed and dozens seriously injured in a fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta. The blaze spread beyond the base into nearby rural areas as strong winds whipped the flames. The Canadian military said there was no indication of terrorism and the cause remained under investigation.
WHO: Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney and the Canadian military
WHAT: Carney said a fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright killed four service members and seriously injured dozens.
WHEN: Oct 18, 2026
WHERE: Alberta, Canada
WHY: The cause of the fire remained under investigation.
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