Multiple Deaths and Injuries After Explosion at Alberta Military Base

Officials have confirmed deaths and injuries after an explosion and a major fire at a military base in Wainwright, Alberta, on Oct. 17. “I’m saddened to share that there have been both fatalities and injuries as a result of an incident on the base,” Defence Minister David McGuinty told reporters about the incident at CFB Wainwright, located 200 kilometres southeast of Edmonton. McGuinty said the incident is under investigation, and he can’t provide details on the number of casualties at this point. “We will have more to say in the coming hours and days. At this time, our thoughts are with the families and with everyone impacted by this tragic event,” he said....