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Jul 14, 2025 Communities near Manitoba's border face evacuation due to wildfires, while Texas grapples with recovery from severe flooding. U.S. support for Ukraine heats up with missile aid amid humanitarian crises in Congo. Meanwhile, Canada is seeing alarming obesity rates post-pandemic and cuts to vital health services for survivors of sexual violence. Additionally, a shift in workplace dynamics emerges as Canadian companies move away from remote work. Pediatric care services in Kelowna General Hospital are slowly resuming after a doctor shortage.
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Airlift Evacuation Amid Wildfires
- Garden Hill First Nations residents were airlifted out by a Hercules military plane due to wildfires.
- More than 4,000 people evacuated, leaving only 1,200 essential workers to fight fires amid thick smoke.
Wildfire Smoke Harms Lung Health
- Smoke from wildfires is causing poor air quality across Manitoba, including Winnipeg.
- Prolonged exposure to wildfire smoke introduces harmful chemicals that damage lungs.
Texas Flash Flood Tragedy
- A flash flood in central Texas killed over 130 people, with search efforts hampered by recent rain.
- The community held church services reading victims' names to honor those lost and affected.
