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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Via AP news wire

Canadian navy vessel headed to areas hit hardest by Fiona

ASSOCIATED PRESS

Canada’s defense minister said Monday that 100 soldiers have been deployed to each of three Atlantic provinces hit by former Hurricane Fiona and a navy vessel will visit the most devastated area of Newfoundland, where 76 homes were destroyed or structurally damaged.

Defense Minister Anita Anand said the HMCS Margaret Brooke will conduct wellness checks at four hard-hit communities. She more troops are ready if called upon.

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