Firefighters are facing a tough day as a large wildfire approaches Fort McMurray in Alberta’s tar sands region. Authorities have issued evacuation orders for several neighbourhoods in the area, including Abasand, Beacon Hill, Prairie Creek, and Grayling Terrace. The fire, named MWF107, is currently 9,602 hectares in size and is considered out of control. Smoke has reduced visibility and poses challenges for firefighters, particularly on the northeastern edge where the fire is growing. This comes after Canada experienced its most intense fire season on record in 2023, with the climate crisis playing a significant role in the increase in wildfires. In British Columbia, the Parker Lake wildfire near Fort Nelson has also prompted evacuations, with authorities closely monitoring the blaze and weather conditions. The Canadian government has warned of greater wildfire risks due to warmer and drier spring conditions, with drought expected to persist in high-risk regions.