Canadians flee ‘catastrophic wildfires in Fort McMurray

The Canadian city of Fort McMurray remained under threat from catastrophic wildfires Wednesday, May 4, authorities warned, after more than 80,000 residents were forced to flee the raging inferno sweeping through Alberta’s oil sands region. No casualties have been reported from the monster blaze, which lashed at residences and motor home parks, causing traffic chaos as people scrambled to safety. But authorities warned that the next 24 hours would be critical.

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