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Wainwright in mourning: A community reels after tragedy

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Shockwaves have been sent through Wainwright, Alberta, following a tragic fire that took place at the Canadian Forces base near the community on Saturday, claiming the lives of four and seriously hurting many more. Libby Gray, 650 CKOM reporter, joins us live from the small town to share how the community is coping.
19 Oct 2PM English Canada News Commentary

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