Ontario is set to dispatch a team of 28 healthcare professionals to Alberta to provide specialized care for soldiers who sustained severe injuries in a tragic fire incident at a military base in the Prairie province. Premier Doug Ford announced the deployment, highlighting that the team will consist of skilled surgeons and nurses with expertise in burn care. Additionally, the province will be sending essential equipment to support their medical efforts.
Expressing solidarity with Alberta during this challenging period, Premier Ford emphasized the collaborative spirit among Canadians in times of crisis. He underscored the importance of supporting one another, stating that Ontario’s healthcare workers are eager to assist in the aftermath of the devastating fire at CFB Wainwright.
The incident at CFB Wainwright resulted in the loss of four soldiers’ lives and left 39 others injured. Alberta Premier Danielle Smith provided an update, revealing that 12 patients have been discharged from the hospital. Among the 27 remaining patients, 13 are currently in critical condition, she confirmed.
