'New normal': Jasper wildfire evacuees can start returning to townsite on Friday
The 5,000 residents of Jasper, Alta., chased out of their homes three weeks ago ahead of a devastating wildfire, can go home Friday.
Officials said essential services have been restored to the point where they can allow a blanket re-entry.
However, utility services could still be hit and miss. Some homes may look fine on the outside but will have sustained heavy smoke or water damage on the inside. Other homes may be fenced off as public safety hazards.