"Mass Evacuations Ordered as Unprecedented Wildfires Engulf Canada's Northwest Territories"
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Thousands of residents in Canada's Northwest Territories are evacuating the capital city of Yellowknife and other communities as over 200 wildfires continue to burn in the region. The fires are part of a record-breaking fire season in Canada, with over 1,000 fires currently active. The Canadian Armed Forces are assisting with firefighting and airlifting efforts, while officials are urging people to evacuate by car if possible. Thick smoke and dangerous road conditions have made evacuation challenging for some residents.
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