Slave Lake evacuated as wildfire rages in Alberta: Rob Drinkwater, the toronto star
Sunday evening thousands of Slave Lake residents were fleeing there homes as strong winds spread an out of control wildfire into the town. As hundreds of buildings were destroyed the town advised all residents to leave, it was a general evacuation. Staff-Sergeant Mike Proctor of Slave Lake RCMP said later “probably 30 per cent of the structures” had been destroyed by the fire. Doris Stapleton of the RCMP stated there's been no lose of life or injuries they're aware of. All of the highways leading out were closed and two of the main roads were as well closed, but one road, the one leading to Athabasca was open and residents were advised to use it. When the fire hit the town it was nine square kilometers in size and planes couldn't fly over do to the thick smoke the fire was producing. Because of the difficulty to put it out, 200 firefighters from B.C. and Ontario are coming to help.
I think, Obviously, This is terrible and I feel terrible for the residents of Slave Lake, but more importantly i feel proud of the people helping out. Most fire out west, especially wildfires are put out by planes dropping water on them, but since no planes can fly over, it is especially difficult to put it out. As well the firefighters coming from other provinces to help out, I feel are very brave and dedicated.
I agree with Andrew this kind of event displayed the heroics of the individuals not only around Slave Lake but also across Canada. This event showed Canada's true colors. When the planes were unable to put the fire out for the fleeing pedestrians fire fighters and volunteers risked their lives to help saves peoples homes.
ReplyDeleteI also agree with Andrew, the strength within the community of them always being there to help is inspiring especially how 200 firefighters from B.C. and Ontario are coming out to help. This is a community effort and like Andrew said this is a difficult occurrence because no planes can fly over and i also feel they are very brave and dedicated.
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