A wildfire in Jasper National Park has reached the southern edge of the town of Jasper, burning buildings and causing significant losses. Park officials are working to protect key infrastructure and save as many structures as possible. Structural firefighters remain in the town, while others have been evacuated to nearby Hinton for safety.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith have pledged to mobilize all necessary resources to combat the fires. The town of Jasper, along with thousands of residents and park visitors, evacuated on short notice as fires from the north and south threatened the area.
