How did the fire start in Jasper National Park?
The fire in Jasper National Park was caused by lightning.
The fire spread rapidly due to strong wind. Buildings in the Canadian tourist
town of Jasper have been burning after wildfires forced 25,000 people to
evacuate the area earlier this week, officials said. The blaze has spread
through Jasper National Park, causing "significant loss" within the
local town, according to park officials on X, formerly Twitter.
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What happened in Jasper National Park?
Buildings in the Canadian tourist town of Jasper have been
burning after wildfires forced 25,000 people to evacuate the area earlier this
week, officials said. The blaze has spread through Jasper National Park,
causing "significant loss" within the local town, according to park
officials on X, formerly Twitter.
What caused the fire in Jasper?
Pierre Martel, director for the national fire management programme at
Parks Canada, said the fire was started by a lightning storm and
escalated late on Wednesday as it was fanned by powerful winds. "It [was]
just a monster at that point," Mr Martel said. "There are no tools we
have in our tool box to deal with it.
Can Jasper start a fire?
Flint rocks, such as quartz, agate, chert, and jasper, which are high in
silica content, are needed for striking fires. These stones have a smooth, glassy appearance. Stones that are easy to
grasp in one hand are the ideal size.
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