TED Talks Daily How to make big decisions in challenging circumstances | Jonathan Reimer
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Dec 16, 2024 
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Fort McMurray Wildfire
- Jonathan Reimer describes the Fort McMurray wildfire in 2016, the most destructive in Canadian history.
- Homes were decimated seemingly at random, highlighting the fire's unpredictable nature.
Waterton Wildfire
- In contrast to Fort McMurray, the Waterton fire in 2017 saw no loss of homes or injuries.
- This success was due to a bold decision to evacuate the community three days prior.
Decisive Action
- The key difference between the two fires was a single, bold decision made in Waterton.
- This emphasizes the impact of decisive action in emergencies.