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Fast-moving Canada wildfire doubles in size forcing thousands to flee homes

Fast-moving Canada wildfire doubles in size forcing thousands to flee homes
BBC World Saturday 08 August 2026, 18:13 UTC 1 min read
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The Bald Range wildfire in British Columbia, still considered "out of control", has spread to more than 36 sq miles (95 sq km).

The Bald Range wildfire in British Columbia, still considered "out of control", has spread to more than 36 sq miles (95 sq km).
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