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Manitoba wildfires force another round of evacuations

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New wildfires in northern Manitoba have prompted a second round of evacuations, including for people who only recently returned home. Meanwhile, a First Nation blanketed in smoke is pushing to get its most vulnerable residents relocated.

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  • Lightning has caused dozens of new wildfires in northern Manitoba.
  • Major towns like Thompson and Lynn Lake are under emergency orders, with mandatory evacuations. 23s
  • Some residents are being evacuated for the second time in a short period. 47s
  • First Nations communities are struggling to relocate hundreds of vulnerable people due to limited resources. 1m 2s
  • Health experts stress the need for protective measures against wildfire smoke in temporary shelters. 1m 34s
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