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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
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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Jasper wildfires "pivotal moments in Alberta history": Alberta firefighter
Lt. Ethan Gardner, a Southern Alberta firefighter combatting the Jasper wildfires, says the devastation is not easy to witness.
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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
"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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Map reveals furthest area burned in Jasper wildfire
The perimeter encompasses most of the valley area from north of Maligne Lake Road down south past Horseshoe Lake
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Well-known mama grizzly bear and her cubs survive Jasper's destructive wildfire
“We’re also out trying to look for any animals that were physically impacted by the fire and we have seen some that perished to the fire.”
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Warmer weather may increase activity of Jasper wildfires
Environment Canada forecasts temperatures in the mid-20s with a mix of sun and cloud plus a chance of rain on Tuesday and Wednesday. The weather will become sunny and clear for the remainder of the week with temperatures reaching around 30 C.
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Parks Canada reports increased fire behaviour in Jasper National Park
Highway 16 remains closed, but officials are working to facilitate the movement of semis within the next 24 hours.
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Canada Post holding mail destined for Jasper, will offer free mail forwarding
The town’s post office remains intact, and any mail still there will continue to be held there for the time being.
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