Smoke Seen Over Edmonton as Wildfires Cause Thousands to Evacuate in Alberta
Multiple wildfires burning in Alberta, Canada, prompted the evacuation of thousands of people on Friday, May 5.
The number of evacuees could exceed 20,000 people, according to CBC News.
Hot and dry conditions were contributing to the wildfire spread, Alberta Wildfire said.
This footage by @itsWozzz shows a large plume of dark smoke rising over Edmonton. Credit: @itsWozzz via Storyful
Video transcript
- Small update with the fire. It's definitely gotten darker, and the wind's blowing this way. But nonetheless, really hoping it doesn't get worse. Hope it's controlled and contained. And wishing all the best to the emergency crews dealing with it.
Small update with the fire. It's definitely gotten darker, and the wind's blowing this way. But nonetheless, really hoping it doesn't get worse. Hope it's controlled and contained. And wishing all the best to the emergency crews dealing with it
Small update with the fire. It's definitely gotten darker, and the wind's blowing this way. But nonetheless, really hoping it doesn't get worse. Hope it's controlled and contained. And wishing all the best to the emergency crews dealing with it.
Small update with the fire. It's definitely gone darker, and the wind's blowing this way. But nonetheless, really hoping it doesn't get worse. Hope it's controlled and contained. And wishing all the best to the emergency crews dealing with it.
