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Live-Fire Drill Sparks Massive Gas Explosion At Canadian Base, Killing 7

ZeroHedge18 October 2026, 13:20 UTCCanada

Live-Fire Drill Sparks Massive Gas Explosion At Canadian Base, Killing 7 A live-fire training exercise at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright in Alberta reportedly ended in a major explosion and wildfire Saturday, leaving at least seven people dead and dozens injured, according to local outlet Global News. The report said a projectile was fired during the FTX that struck "a gas line or gas well" within the base's training area, triggering an explosion before strong winds spread the fire. 🇨🇦 At least 7 killed, dozens injured at Canadian army base after live-fire exercise hits gas

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