VIDEO Stare de urgență, în vestul Canadei. Peste 20.000 de persoane, evacuate. Ce se întâmplă? • Newsweek România

A state of emergency has been declared in western Canada due to a major wildfire, leading to the evacuation of over 20,000 people. The Bald Range fire near Okanagan Lake has rapidly expanded, burning over 10,000 hectares and affecting surrounding communities. Air evacuations are ongoing for those isolated by the flames. Recent wildfire seasons have been among the most destructive in Canada, which is experiencing climate change effects. The federal government is prepared to assist British Columbia in managing the crisis.