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UPDATED Oct 19, 2026 at 8:09 AM ET
Oct 17, 2026 at 10:07 PM ET
Fire at Alberta military base kills four, injures 39
By The BriefBrief
A fast-moving fire swept through troops conducting live-fire training at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta, killing four service members and sending 39 people to hospital. Officials said 19 were in critical condition, eight were stable and 12 had less serious injuries. High winds fueled the fire, which erupted Saturday.
WHO: A fast-moving fire swept through troops conducting live-fire training.
WHAT: A fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright killed four service members and injured dozens.
WHEN: Oct 17, 2026
WHERE: Canadian Forces Base Wainwright, Alberta, Canada
WHY: High winds fueled the fire, and a sudden shift in powerful winds sent flames toward troops training in the area.
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