Alberta is returning the favour after 115 firefighters from California came to help during the province's record-breaking 2023 wildfire season.
The Alberta government says 40 wildland firefighters are on their way to California to aid in the battle against flames devastating the Los Angeles area.
“Good neighbours are always there for each other,” Loewen said, adding that Alberta is ready to return the favour after 115 firefighters from California came to help during the province’s record-breaking 2023 wildfire season.“Now Alberta is answering the call and stepping up to support our friends and partners in the United States.”Click to share quote on Twitter: "Now Alberta is answering the call and stepping up to support our friends and partners in the United States.
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