How one of Canada's 'worst' peacetime tragedies unfolded
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A deadly fire at a Canadian military base has killed four soldiers and left dozens injured. As witnesses recount chaotic scenes, investigators search for answers.
Prime Minister Mark Carney says it's one of the worst peacetime tragedies to hit Canada's armed forces on home soil. Investigators are working to determine what caused the grass fire, which spread rapidly through the base, fueled by unusually strong winds.
In this episode:
Witnesses recount frightening scenes at a nearby health facility.What authorities say about the grass fire that quickly escalated amid strong winds.The latest on the investigation into the cause of the blaze and the casualties.Why Prime Minister Mark Carney has described it as one of Canada's worst peacetime military tragedies.How the emergency response unfolded as military and civilian crews battled the fire through the night.SBS News in Depth is a news analysis podcast from SBS, going behind the headlines with reporting and interviews on the stories shaping Australia and the world.
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