Almost 5 million hectares of forest burned in Canada: the situation was called the worst in the history of the 21st century

The situation with forest fires in Canada is recognized as the worst in the history of the current century.

The corresponding statement was made by the head of the Canadian agency for emergency preparedness, William Blair. At the moment, 4.7 hectares of forest have been destroyed by fire, and the fires continue to rage.

The situation with forest fires in Canada is recognized as the worst in the history of the 21st century, world media report citing the broadcast of the local broadcasting corporation CBC.

According to experts, the damage caused by the disaster this season exceeds the consequences of fires in more than the last 20 years.

Thus, from the communication of a Canadian official it follows that to date 4.7 million hectares of forest have been lost in fire.

Due to the violence of the disaster, almost 32 thousand residents in various areas had to be evacuated from the disaster zone.

There are currently 430 active outbreaks in the country.

Less than half of the fires are under control of emergency services.

According to media reports, the situation is worst in the provinces of Quebec, Alberta, Ontario and British Columbia.