LITTLE GRAND RAPIDS, Man. — Two First Nations communities in northeastern Manitoba are evacuating residents who may be vulnerable to wildfire smoke. The Canadian Red Cross, which has an agreement with the federal government to provide disaster assistance to Manitoba First Nations, is transporting up to 200 residents from Pauingassi and Little Grand Rapids First Nations to Winnipeg. It says the residents include the elderly, babies, and those with chronic respiratory problems, as well as their escorts. Red Cross spokeswoman Michelle Palansky says residents of Pauingassi are being by float plane to Little Grand Rapids, which has a short airstrip that can accommodate small aircraft.

Source: National Post July 07, 2019 22:18 UTC