BREAKING: Massive Explosion at Alberta Military Base Kills and Injures Troops, Hospitals Reportedly Full, ‘Significant Casualties,’ Defense Minister Says ‘Situation Active and Delicate’ (Updated)
An incident at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta on Saturday sparked a major fire that spread beyond the base in high winds, and Defense Minister David McGuinty confirmed fatalities and injuries among military personnel. The post BREAKING: Massive Explosion at Alberta Military Base Kills and Injures Troops, Hospitals Reportedly Full, ‘Significant Casualties,’ Defense Minister Says ‘Situation Active and Delicate’ (Updated) appeared first on The Gateway Pundit.
TL;DR
- A major fire and explosion occurred at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta.
- The incident is believed to have stemmed from a live-fire training exercise hitting a gas line or well.
- Defense Minister David McGuinty confirmed fatalities and injuries among military personnel.
- High winds caused the fire to spread beyond the base perimeter.
- Hospitals in the area were reportedly overwhelmed, with one report suggesting a school was being used for casualties.
- Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith are in close contact, coordinating the response.
- Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe offered assistance to Alberta.
- CFB Wainwright is a significant military training facility in Canada.