‘Significant and tragic’ fire breaks out at CFB Wainwright

A possibly deadly fire originating near the Canadian Forces Base has spread due to high winds, according to the Municipal District of Wainwright in Alberta.

Premier Danielle Smith has also confirmed the incident, saying there has been a “significant and tragic fire” at CFB Wainwright, which is about 200 kilometres southeast of Edmonton.

In a post on social media, the premier added the incident has affected many military personnel.

She added that the province is in contact with the federal government and the prime minister.

Acute Care Alberta says Emergency Health Services are on the scene providing care and transport related to the incident.

It is not known at this time how many are injured.

Prime Minister Mark Carney also posted on social media that his thoughts are with all the brave men and women affected.

Elections Alberta says it has been informed of the fire, which impacts the Wainwright Communiplex Advance Vote location, which has been closed.

There are two advance vote locations in Electoral Division 86:

• Border Inn, Lloydminster
• Vermilion Elks Hall, Vermilion

Ballot boxes and materials from Wainwright are being moved securely.