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Amazon’s New Wildfire Relief Hub in Edmonton | Calgary News
Amazon is launching its first Canadian Disaster Relief hub in Edmonton, set to open in October 2026, specifically designed to combat wildfires with 180,000 pre-stocked emergency items ready for rapid deployment. As Canada faces record-breaking wildfire seasons fueled by climate shifts like El Niño, this hub will slash response times from days to hours, partnering with groups like the Red Cross. Drawing from past global disaster experiences—including Ottawa floods and California hubs—Amazon is now proactively stockpiling essentials instead of scrambling after crises. Edmonton associates will…
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