More than a thousand fires are currently ravaging Canada, with over 230 in the Northwest Territories and over 370 in British Columbia.
The fierce fires continue to in still fear in Canada.
The situation in this region is "highly dynamic," stated Bowinn M, head of emergency situations in the province of British Columbia. for 30k ordered to move others 36k on high alert.
"We stress the absolute importance of immediately following evacuation orders,". "It's a matter of life or death for the people on these properties, as well as for the rescuers who are sometimes forced to return and implore people to leave."
Kelowna, a city of 150,000 residents, enveloped in thick smoke, is the latest urban centre to fall victim to the dramatic forest fires sweeping across Canada. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau stated that he had spoken with British Columbia Premier David Eby about the "rapidly evolving and incredibly devastating forest fire situation" and promised federal resources.
Towards Yellowknife, the capital of the Northwest Territories, the fires continue to push towards forests, but Saturday saw some relief as overnight rains brought a sharp drop in temperatures. Since the evacuation order was issued on Wednesday, most people have fled via road, while several thousand have taken emergency flights, according to Shane Thompson, the Minister of Environment for the Northwest Territories.
"Approximately 1,000 essential personnel remain in the city and its vicinity," he added. These teams are staying to erect defences against the flames, and water bombers have been seen above the city, with support from the Canadian military.
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