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May 10, 2016

Evacuation from Fort McMurray: A long journey, still waiting to return

Catholics from St. John the Baptist Church who escaped the Fort McMurray wildfire in Alberta are pictured in Lac La Biche May 7. Back row from left are Leo Ganancial, Gary Agarin, Fathers Andrew Schoenberger and Prabhakar Kommareddy. Front row are Norie Sanchez, Shiela Ganancial and Cindy Julapton.

EDMONTON – The gang at EnviroClean Drycleaners in downtown Fort McMurray sticks together.

Published in Canada
May 9, 2016

Pope offers prayers for those affected by Fort McMurray wildfires

An evacuee from the Fort McMurray wildfires sits on a bed at an evacuation center May 9 in Lac la Biche, Alberta. Pope Francis has added his name to the list of people offering condolences to those affected by the massive forest fire that has led to the evacuation of Fort McMurray.

EDMONTON – Pope Francis has added his name to the list of people offering prayers for Canadians affected by the massive wildfires that have led to the evacuation of Fort McMurray.

Published in Canada