Beyond Local

One passenger was taken to a hospital with minor injuries.

The Jasper Wildfire Complex experienced a significant growth of about 2,000 hectares and is now estimated at 34,000 hectares.

“The wildfire did not grow overnight, showing minimal fire behaviour. The crews are making progress with pumps and helicopter bucketing.”

"I know this is disappointing for many Jasper evacuees who are hoping to see their homes today, but the fire situation is also too unpredictable today."

“Every single person responding to the Jasper Wildfire Complex is in mourning today for our friend and colleague. The wildland fire community is small and every loss deeply impacts us all.”

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Stacey Skyrpan, a trapper from the Owl River area, says while it isn’t common for women to be involved in trapping, an increasing number are showing interest in and pursuing the traditional activity.

Decades of highly effective fire suppression in and around national parks have left them more vulnerable to large fires, according to Pierre Martel, the director of national fire management for Parks Canada.