It could be a while before Jasper residents can return to their new homes following last year’s wildfires that forced thousands out of the Jasper area.
As Jasper residents continue to wait anxiously for interim housing, Parks Canada says it is working with all levels of government to get housing in place as quickly as possible.
The Jasper wildfire was named the top weather event of 2024 by Environment Canada. The fire reached the townsite in late July, destroying roughly one-third of homes and businesses in the community.
Cloudy with a high of 37 °F (2.8 °C) and a 46% chance of precipitation. Winds from SW to WSW. Night - Cloudy with a 25% chance of precipitation. Winds from SW to SSW at 5 to 6 mph (8 to 9.7 kph ...