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Scientists are testing a probiotic treatment derived from bat microbiomes to slow the spread of white-nose syndrome (Pd fungus) in North American bats. Early field work in the Northwest Territories shows some promise, particularly in cooler, subarctic caves, but habitat disruption from wildfires and varying bat species’ resilience mean results are not yet certain; more data are needed next spring to determine wider application.
A plane carrying workers to Rio Tinto's Diavik diamond mine in Canada's Northwest Territories crashed shortly after take-off, resulting in six fatalities. One survivor was airlifted to a hospital, and both the company and authorities are investigating the incident. The crash has deeply impacted the close-knit community, with condolences offered by local officials.
A plane crash near Fort Smith in Canada's Northwest Territories has resulted in multiple fatalities, with some of the passengers believed to be workers for mining company Rio Tinto. The exact number of casualties has not been confirmed, and authorities are withholding further details pending notification of next of kin. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police, Canadian Rangers, and Royal Canadian Air Force have responded to the crash, while local health facilities have enacted mass casualty protocols. Officials and company executives have expressed condolences and pledged support to those affected, with investigations into the incident ongoing.
A small passenger plane carrying workers to Rio Tinto's Diavik diamond mine in Canada's Northwest Territories crashed in the town of Fort Smith, killing an unknown number of people. The jet, operated by Northwestern Air, went down shortly after takeoff, prompting a search and rescue operation involving the Royal Canadian Air Force, Royal Canadian Mounted Police, and Canadian Rangers. In a separate incident, a helicopter crash in British Columbia resulted in three deaths and four serious injuries during a heliskiing operation.
An airplane crashed in Canada's Northwest Territories, resulting in fatalities, including Rio Tinto employees who were on their way to a diamond mine. The number of casualties has not been specified, and the crash is under investigation by the Transportation Safety Board of Canada. The Royal Canadian Mounted Police and other authorities are involved in the response and investigation, while the Premier of the Northwest Territories has extended condolences to the families affected.
A small plane carrying Rio Tinto workers crashed near Fort Smith in Canada's Northwest Territories, en route to the Diavik diamond mine, resulting in fatalities. The exact number of casualties is unknown, and authorities are working to notify next of kin before releasing further information. The cause of the crash is under investigation, and search and rescue efforts were supported by the Royal Canadian Air Force. This incident follows a recent helicopter crash in neighboring British Columbia that resulted in fatalities and injuries.
Thousands of residents in Canada's Northwest Territories are returning home after a three-week evacuation order due to wildfires. The order was lifted as firefighters managed to keep the flames at bay. Commercial flights have resumed and a checkpoint on the highway has been lifted. However, the city of Yellowknife will look different as fire breaks have been installed to protect it from future wildfires. While some areas are still affected by fires, the territory-wide state of emergency has been extended.
Canadian authorities are battling wildfires across the country, with 35,000 residents under evacuation orders in British Columbia and a state of emergency declared. Fire crews are also working to control blazes in the Northwest Territories, where drier and windier weather conditions are approaching. Nearly 20,000 residents have evacuated in Yellowknife, the capital of the Northwest Territories, as 237 wildfires burn in the area. Canada has experienced a record number of wildfires this year, causing smoke to affect parts of the United States. The Canadian government has approved federal assistance and is deploying assets from the Canadian Armed Forces to aid in evacuations.
Approximately 30,000 people have been ordered to evacuate their homes in British Columbia, Canada, as a wildfire approaches the city of Kelowna. In addition, 36,000 people are on evacuation alert. This comes as Canada experiences a record-breaking wildfire season, with over 5,700 fires burning across the country. In the Northwest Territories, air evacuations have begun to move residents out of the path of wildfires, with half of the population already displaced.
Thousands of residents have evacuated the capital of Canada's Northwest Territories as a large wildfire burns just outside the city, while firefighters battle a growing fire that has set homes ablaze in a city in British Columbia. The fire near Yellowknife, caused by lightning over a month ago, is still 9 miles away from the city, but the forecasted gusty winds and lack of rain pose a threat. Meanwhile, in West Kelowna, British Columbia, a wildfire has grown exponentially worse than expected, leading to evacuations and a state of emergency declaration. Canada has experienced a record number of wildfires this year, with over 5,700 fires burning across the country.
Canada is experiencing its worst year on record for forest fires, with over 1,000 wildfires currently burning across the country. In the Northwest Territories, where Yellowknife is located, there are 236 active fires. The city is encircled by flames, forcing thousands of people to evacuate their homes. The evacuation process has been challenging, with drivers navigating through smoke and encountering wildlife on the road. Other communities in the region have also been placed under evacuation orders as the wildfires continue to spread.
Evacuation orders have been issued in Yellowknife, the capital city of Canada's Northwest Territories, as a massive wildfire threatens the area. Changing winds could push the fire closer to the outskirts of the city by the weekend. In addition, a state of emergency has been declared in Kelowna, British Columbia, where new fires have sparked evacuation orders. The severity of this year's Canadian wildfire season, exacerbated by climate change and drought, has led to over 1,000 active fires across the country. Dry conditions and high temperatures have contributed to the intensity of the fires.
Thousands of residents in Canada's Northwest Territories are evacuating the capital city of Yellowknife and other communities as over 200 wildfires continue to burn in the region. The fires are part of a record-breaking fire season in Canada, with over 1,000 fires currently active. The Canadian Armed Forces are assisting with firefighting and airlifting efforts, while officials are urging people to evacuate by car if possible. Thick smoke and dangerous road conditions have made evacuation challenging for some residents.
Residents of Yellowknife, Canada, are rushing to evacuate the city by air and road as a wildfire approaches. Long queues have formed at the airport, with hundreds of passengers being turned away from packed flights. The main highway is also experiencing heavy traffic, and officials fear it could be cut off as the fire gets closer. The evacuation was ordered due to concerns that the road could be blocked before the fire reaches the city. Nearly 7,000 people have been forced to evacuate their homes in other parts of the Northwest Territories, and wildfires are raging across western Canada in the country's worst season on record.
Hundreds of wildfires in Canada's Northwest Territories have led to evacuation orders and a state of emergency as the blazes threaten the capital city of Yellowknife. The fires have prompted the deployment of firefighting personnel and resources from the Canadian Armed Forces. Dense smoke from the wildfires has also led to an air quality alert in Minnesota.