Fort McMurray 'saved' after rain and temperature drop

The Canadian city ravaged by a massive wildfire has been reprieved after cold temperatures and light rain stabilised the blaze, officials said.

Fort McMurray 'saved' after rain and temperature drop

The Canadian city ravaged by a massive wildfire has been reprieved after cold temperatures and light rain stabilised the blaze, officials said.

Fire Chief Darby Allen said 85% of Fort McMurray remains intact, including the city centre, and Alberta's premier Rachel Notley said officials hope to provide a schedule within two weeks for thousands of evacuated residents to return home.

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