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What makes the Halifax wildfire so unique

The out-of-control wildfire burning in suburban Halifax is unique in its aggressiveness, industry sources tell Canadian Underwriter.

By Jason Contant | May 29, 2023

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‘Immense sorrow:’ Major fire at Montreal heritage building that once housed monastery

The fire broke out at the 19th century former monastery, and quickly became a five-alarm blaze requiring 150 firefighters.

By Jason Contant | May 26, 2023

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How busy will Atlantic hurricane season be?  

Many hurricane forecasters aren't sure which weather titan will prevail because the scenario hasn't happened before on this scale.

By Jason Contant | May 25, 2023

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More than half of N.W.T. wildfires so far this season caused by humans: officials

Officials in the Northwest Territories say more than half of the wildfires in the territory this year were started by people.

By The Canadian Press | May 24, 2023

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