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Will the federal and provincial governments increase their matching donations for Jasper wildfire relief efforts by the end of 2024?
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Jasper Wildfires: Largest in 100 Years, Progress Reported Amid Milder Weather
Jul 29, 2024, 12:41 PM
Authorities report that the wildfires in Jasper, Alberta are coming under control, although the situation remains critical. Parks Canada officials have stated that the wildfire in Jasper National Park is the largest in over a century, having burned 32,000 hectares and destroyed hundreds of structures. Despite recent progress, the fire is expected to continue burning for months. The Municipality of Jasper has released a damage map to help residents assess the extent of the destruction. Federal and provincial governments have matched Red Cross donations to support relief efforts. Criticism has been directed at Parks Canada for allegedly failing to implement sufficient wildfire prevention measures, with some officials defending their actions and blaming climate change for the severity of the fires. Milder weather has aided firefighting efforts, allowing crews to make significant progress.
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