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Canada evacuates over 20,000 due to wildfires
Canadian authorities have ordered the evacuation of over 20,000 people from their homes in British Columbia due to a rapidly spreading forest fire near the town of Summerland on Okanagan Lake. The fire began on Friday evening and quickly expanded to approximately 5,000 hectares within hours, covering a distance of up to 15 kilometers, leading to a state of emergency and air evacuations for hundreds of individuals. Officials described the fire as one of the fastest-moving wildfires in the region, with significant damage to homes and properties, and an ongoing aerial evacuation operation for those stranded. The federal government has confirmed its readiness to support firefighting efforts, with best wishes for the safety of those affected.
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