Calgary fire chief says landfill blaze can take months to suppress
The Calgary fire chief has warned that a major landfill fire will likely take months to fully extinguish. The blaze continues to pose a significant challenge for local emergency services.
Why it matters
Long-term landfill fires present ongoing environmental and public health risks to surrounding communities due to smoke and potential toxic emissions.
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