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• What causes most wildfires in Canada, and why we’re ‘primed’ for a lot more

  Though it is not yet determined what caused a number of this year's earlier-than-usual and more widespread wildfires, there are two common reasons wildfires begin.

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• Heat dome settling over Alberta triggers weather warnings, electric grid alert

  Environment Canada issued heat warnings for a large swath of the province, from south of Calgary to north of Peace River.

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  Jun 7
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• Arctic will likely see summer free of ice by 2030, research says

  That would mean that by the end of the melt season in September, the Arctic would have less than one million square kilometres of sea ice, even under low emissions.

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  Jun 6
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• Canada could hit ‘record levels’ of area burnt by wildfires this year

  New modelling shows that the risks of wildfires is set to increase in June and remain 'unusually high' throughout the summer in Canada, natural resources minister said.

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  Jun 5
• ‘We got this’: Chief Adam urges calm as Alberta wildfire threatens Fort Chipewyan

  About 1,000 people left the community in the last few days, according to Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation Chief Allan Adam.

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  Jun 1
• Edmonton fire ban lifted following rain, cool weather

  A fire ban that was put in place in Edmonton almost a month ago, amid extremely hot and dry conditions and as wildfires raged across the province, has been lifted.

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  Jun 1
• Landspout tornado spotted in central Alberta near Stettler

  A tornado was spotted east of Red Deer near Stettler in central Alberta Wednesday afternoon, picking up dirt from farmers fields and becoming visible from several kilometres away.

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  May 31
• FireSmart program breaks down how to protect your home from wildfires

  The early start to the wildfire season has proven how vulnerable properties in the path of a blaze can be, so 'fire smarting' your home can make a difference.

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  May 26
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• Edmonton festival organizers optimistic for record year despite challenges

  Edmonton, also known as Canada's "festival city," is gearing up for another fun-filled summer, despite inflation and concerns of possibly more wildfire smoke.

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  May 25
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• Alberta wildfire smoke is impacting air quality all the way to eastern U.S.

  U.S. National Weather Service offices across the U.S. interior began issuing alerts Friday and continued to advise residents about lingering smoke through the weekend.

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  May 22
• Heavy rain expected across northern, western Alberta: Will it be enough to dampen wildfires?

  Between 50 to 75 mm of rain is expected and Alberta Wildfire is hoping for a long, steady shower that will soak in, rather than short bursts that could bring lightning.

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  May 22
• Breathing in bad air: The health costs of climate change and wildfires

  According to a 2019 report by the World Health Organization, more than 20 per cent of cardiovascular deaths are caused by air pollution, not unlike smoke-filled air from wildfires.

  Environment

  May 19
• For 1st time, poor air quality triggers Edmonton extreme weather response

  The response is activated when the city experiences three consecutive days of an Air Quality Health Index score of seven or higher. Edmonton facilities offer a respite from smoke.

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  May 18
• Alberta wildfires: Climate change increasing risk of fires and other extreme weather events

  Climate change means Albertans can expect more heat waves and more extreme fire seasons, says research scientist Nathan Gillett.

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  May 17
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• Wildfires raging through Western Canada as hot, dry weather persists

  Hot and dry conditions are expected to continue as wildfires throughout Western Canada have forced thousands of evacuations and air quality warnings due to smoke.

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  May 16
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• Alberta wildfires: Smoke triggers special air quality statement for much of province

  "Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility," the weather agency said in the alert.

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  May 16
• Expert forecasts more heat waves outside summer as May hot spell grips B.C., Alberta

  A heat wave that has sent temperatures soaring in parts of Western Canada should be seen as a warning to prepare for hot spells outside the summer months, researchers say.

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  May 15
• 2 weeks and a heat dome later: Where does Alberta wildfire situation stand?

  It's been two weeks since out-of-control wildfires began forcing evacuation orders in parts of Alberta and the situation remains critical.

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  May 14
• What Alberta’s massive wildfires look like from space

  New released satellite photos show the extent of wildfires blazing in Alberta as the provinces continues its fight to extinguish them.

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  May 12
• 14 injured in massive multi-vehicle pileup caused by smoke, fog east of Edmonton

  Strathcona County RCMP said heavy smoke and fog resulted in multiple collisions on Highway 21 and Highway 14 Friday morning.

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  May 12
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• Overnight temperatures to bring relief in upcoming B.C. and Alberta heat wave

  Alberta is bracing for an unseasonable heat wave with daytime highs soaring up to 15 degrees above normal over the coming days, overnight temperatures said to provide relief.

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  May 11
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• Alberta wildfires show Canadians need to prepare for longer climate disruptions

  When it comes to disaster preparation, the messaging has been to prepare to be self-sufficient for at least 72 hours, but experts say that thinking has to change.

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  May 11
• Wildfire risk grows as Alberta and B.C. prepare for early heat wave

  Western Canada is bracing for an unseasonable heat wave and dry spell that will raise the risk of wildfires in Alberta and British Columbia over the coming days.

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  May 10
• Alberta wildfire smoke spreads to Ontario, eastern Canada

  Global News meteorologist Anthony Farnell said in parts of southern Ontario, the smoke is thick enough "to almost completely block out the sun."

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  May 9