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Canada's Alberta braces for wildfires to spread as winds shift

By Elias Herrera
Published in Weather News
May 17, 2023
1 min read
Canada's Alberta braces for wildfires to spread as winds shift

The province of Alberta in Canada is on high alert as strong winds are expected to spread a wildfire that has already forced thousands to evacuate. The wildfire, which started on May 1, has already burned through more than 150,000 hectares of land and claimed the lives of two people. Firefighters have been working around the clock to contain the blaze, but the winds are expected to shift, which could make it even harder to control. Despite the efforts of the authorities, the fire could still spread and pose a serious threat to nearby towns and cities. According to climate scientists, wildfires like this one are becoming more common and severe due to climate change. As temperatures rise, droughts become more frequent, and wildfires are more likely to occur. It is important for people to take these natural disasters seriously and take steps to reduce the risk of wildfires, such as avoiding campfires in dry areas and properly disposing of cigarettes. The situation in Alberta is a reminder of the devastating impact that climate change is having on our planet and the urgent need for action.


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