City of Brandon Sends Firefighting Teams North To Support Wildfire Response
The City of Brandon is deploying teams from Brandon Fire & Emergency Services (BFES) to assist with wildfire efforts in northern Manitoba, following a request from the Province.
The first team of five firefighters is set to depart within the next few hours to support property protection efforts in Lynn Lake. Teams of 5–6 personnel will be deployed for up to six days at a time, providing critical support to communities facing the threat of wildfires.
“We are honoured to lend our expertise and resources to support the protection of Manitobans in the north," stated Terry Parlow, Chief of Emergency Services.
“We are profoundly grateful to all of the first responders and volunteers working tirelessly to protect our fellow Manitobans,” shared Mayor Jeff Fawcett. “We extend our thoughts and deepest support to all First Nations and municipalities impacted by the wildfires.”
The Canadian Red Cross is supporting people impacted by Manitoba wildfires. Any inquiries regarding evacuees should be directed to them directly.
(photo credit Helga Wiens)