Canada faces record wildfires with three million hectares already burned
Canada has lost three million hectares to wildfires since the beginning of the year.
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The fact
The 2026 season could break records, though not yet reaching the 18 million hectares of 2023.
Authorities fear worsening fires due to climate conditions.
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Why it matters
La superficie brûlée dépasse déjà les niveaux de 2022, avec des risques accrus en raison du réchauffement climatique et des tensions sociales autour des départs de feux.
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