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Alamos Gold Accused in Lynn Lake Fire | Winnipeg News
Manitoba Conservation investigators are accusing Alamos Gold Inc. of negligence after a massive wildfire—burning over 85,000 hectares and forcing Lynn Lake’s evacuation—was allegedly sparked by unextinguished burn piles at the company’s MacLellan Mine. Despite holding a permit that mandated water suppression, Alamos Gold reportedly used only fire guards and stirring, allowing embers to ignite a wildfire that came within five kilometers of town. The company admits the fire was unfortunate and says it’s cooperating with the investigation while conducting its own internal review. Listen in…
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