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Gaza Crisis Deepens as Israeli Strikes Kill 60 Amid Aid Shortages

  Israeli airstrikes have killed at least 60 people across Gaza, intensifying the humanitarian crisis in the region. The strikes targeted residential areas, including a family home and a school-turned-shelter, leading to significant civilian casualties.  Despite mounting international pressure, Israel has allowed only minimal aid into Gaza, far below the necessary levels to address the growing humanitarian needs. UN agencies report that while some trucks carrying food and medical supplies have entered, the amount remains insufficient compared to the 600 trucks per day that were permitted during a previous ceasefire.  The ongoing conflict has displaced nearly 90% of Gaza’s population, with many facing dire shortages of food, medicine, and shelter. International leaders, including those from Canada, France, and the UK, have urged Israel to ease restrictions and allow more humanitarian assistance.  As the situation worsens, calls for a ceasefire and increased aid contin...
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Canada Expects Hotter-Than-Average Summer with Elevated Wildfire Risk

 

Canada is bracing for a hotter-than-usual summer, accompanied by slightly below-average precipitation in central regions. Government officials issued this warning on Tuesday, signaling little relief from ongoing drought and an elevated risk of wildfires.

Last year, Canada faced its worst-ever fire season, with over 6,600 blazes scorching 15 million hectares—an area approximately seven times the annual average. Factors such as low snowfall during an abnormally warm winter and widespread drought prompted authorities to caution that 2024 could be another “catastrophic” year for fires.

While the 2024 fire season has been quieter so far, with 511,000 hectares burned year-to-date across Canada (compared to 4.7 million hectares at the same point in 2023), wildfire activity typically intensifies during July and August.

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  1. Weather Models: Meteorologists predict warmer-than-normal temperatures across most of the country over the next three months. However, reliable precipitation forecasts are challenging, except for central Canada and the British Columbia coast.

  2. Drought Conditions: Despite recent rain improving drought conditions in some areas, 45% of the country remains abnormally dry.

  3. Air Quality Advisory System: In response to last summer’s feedback, the federal Environment Ministry is introducing a new air quality advisory system and daily smoke forecast maps to inform Canadians about health risks from wildfire smoke.

As Canadians prepare for the upcoming season, vigilance and readiness are crucial. A warmer summer, combined with drier conditions, heightens the risk of wildfires and smoke. Let’s stay informed and take necessary precautions to protect our communities and natural landscapes.


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