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Smoke Forces Evacuation in Northern Ontario | Toronto News
Smoke so thick it felt like midnight forced hundreds from Whitesand First Nation and surrounding communities to flee their homes—before flames even appeared. With nearly 200 wildfires burning more land this year than all of last year, the crisis has spread across northern Ontario and into the U.S., displacing families who now shelter in hotels, unsure if their homes will survive. Amid the chaos, Whitesand First Nation stepped up, covering food and lodging for evacuees—and demanding federal and provincial help. Officials have promised aid for essentials like housing and medical care, while…
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