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Fire officials say the McDougall Creek wildfire has destroyed a number of properties in West Kelowna. More than 19,000 have fled Yellowknife so far with around 2,600 remaining. Follow updates from our reporters
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An emergency situation underscores the importance of social media platforms such as Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp in disseminating news, said Dwayne Winseck, a professor at Carleton University
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More than 2,400 properties near West Kelowna are under evacuation orders. There are 22 evacuation flights scheduled for Yellowknife evacuations today. Follow updates from our reporters