‘It got worse:’ Evacuation criticized after First Nation surrounded by fire
WINNIPEG — The federal government said it is stepping up efforts to evacuate two Manitoba First Nations that are threatened by a raging wildfire.
Public Safety Canada said about 600 people were expected to be evacuated from the Little Grand Rapids and Pauingassi First Nations by the end of the day Wednesday with more to follow.
“Evacuations can continue into the evening as additional lights have been set up at the community airport,” the department said in a release. “Evacuations will continue into the evening and tomorrow.”
The Canadian Red Cross estimates about 1,400 people will be forced from their homes about 260 kilometres northeast of Winnipeg.