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‘Exceptionally difficult day’: Jasper wildfires grow 2,000 hectares as firefighters mourn fallen member

‘Exceptionally difficult day’: Jasper wildfires grow 2,000 hectares as firefighters mourn fallen member

The Jasper Wildfire Complex experienced a significant growth of about 2,000 hectares and is now estimated at 34,000 hectares.
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Jasper bus tours delayed due to firefighter death, wildfire conditions

Jasper bus tours delayed due to firefighter death, wildfire conditions

"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."
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Canada mourns firefighter killed fighting Jasper blaze

Canada mourns firefighter killed fighting Jasper blaze

“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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Jasper residents can register for bus tour of townsite

Jasper residents can register for bus tour of townsite

All residents are invited to register, but priority access will be given to those who have lost their homes.
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Free mail forwarding now available for Jasper wildfire evacuees

Free mail forwarding now available for Jasper wildfire evacuees

Eligible residents can receive the free service for up to 12 months and have until Sept. 1 to register.
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Jasper wildfires grow 7,500 hectares as warm weather persists

Jasper wildfires grow 7,500 hectares as warm weather persists

Parks Canada said this growth was expected and primarily on the south end of the fire.
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Jasper still not safe for evacuees to return, but bus tours on the way: officials

Jasper still not safe for evacuees to return, but bus tours on the way: officials

"Unfortunately, our main priority right now remains the fact that although fires are no longer present in the town, there's still fires around the town, and that's the number one priority."
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Survey asking Jasper businesses about impact of wildfires

Survey asking Jasper businesses about impact of wildfires

The Jasper Wildfire Business Conditions Survey aims to help quantify economic losses from the fire as well as expedite the safe return of residents, and the re-building and re-opening of Jasper’s tourism-based economy.
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Highway 16 reopens for commercial traffic in Jasper National Park

Highway 16 reopens for commercial traffic in Jasper National Park

Access is currently being granted only to commercial vehicles, which are defined as trucks, tractors, trailers or any combination thereof, with a registered gross vehicle weight exceeding 11,794 kilograms.
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‘Exceptionally fortunate’: Jasper ski resort Marmot Basin intends to operate this winter

‘Exceptionally fortunate’: Jasper ski resort Marmot Basin intends to operate this winter

"We continue to collaborate with Parks Canada, and are focusing on the support of our staff and community during this very difficult time and while the wildfire remains classified as out of control."
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