Coverage dated August 12, 2026

Canadian wildfire that forced 20,000 to flee may signal ‘new normal’

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British Columbia Premier David Eby says a fast-moving wildfire in western Canada that forced more than 20,000 people from their homes may signal a “new normal” after outpacing official models and giving some residents little time to evacuate.

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    Canadian wildfire that forced 20,000 to flee may signal ‘new normal’ (opens Seattle Times)

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    British Columbia Premier David Eby says a fast-moving wildfire in western Canada that forced more than 20,000 people from their homes may signal a “new normal” after outpacing official models and giving some residents little time to evacuate.

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