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Northern Manitoba Town of Leaf Rapids Issues Evacuation Order
- The town of Leaf Rapids, located in northern Manitoba, has directed its roughly 350 residents to evacuate immediately due to wildfires threatening the area.
- The evacuation was prompted by an out-of-control wildfire about 26 kilometres from the town, spanning 20 square kilometres, which posed imminent danger to residents and property.
- Residents are required to evacuate by 10 a.m. Tuesday, bringing necessary belongings with them, and report to a designated shelter in Winnipeg. The government is prioritizing hotel accommodations for families and individuals with health concerns while arranging alternative temporary housing as needed.
- Leaf Rapids acknowledged the challenges residents face during an evacuation and expressed gratitude for their patience and support throughout the process.
- The evacuation indicates ongoing wildfire risk in northern Manitoba, while nearby Thompson, with 13,000 residents, remains on alert but has not issued evacuation orders.
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Northern Manitoba town of Leaf Rapids issues evacuation order due to wildfires
A town in northern Manitoba has issued a mandatory evacuation order due to encroaching wildfires. Leaf Rapids says nearby fires present imminent danger to residents and property in the town, 900 kilometres north of Winnipeg. It says in a social media post that residents have until 10 a.m. Tuesday to leave the community. “We appreciate […]
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CP Northern Manitoba town of Leaf Rapids issues evacuation order
LEAF RAPIDS — A town in northern Manitoba has issued a mandatory evacuation order due to encroaching wildfires. Leaf Rapids says nearby fires present imminent danger to residents and property in the town, 900 kilometres north of Winnipeg.
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An evacuation order could be issued with an advance notice of 10 hours or less, according to the authorities.
·Montreal, Canada
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