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Banff and Bow Valley Provincial Park broke three temperature records from Friday (July 19) to Sunday (July 21).

“The visitor is expected to make a full recovery."

“It is with heavy hearts that we report that this aggressive and fast-moving fire continues to burn in Jasper National Park."

A photo-map circulating online of the Jasper, Alberta townsite is not an official incident map according to Jasper National Park ‘X’ posts.

“The fire is estimated as six hectares and has seen no fire growth since yesterday.”

Major wildfires have forced over 10,000 residents and 15,000 visitors of Jasper to evacuate. During this devastating time, wildfire fundraisers have been established to help evacuees and disaster readiness.

Jasper mayor is grateful for support from across the country

First hand account tells the of thunder and bug-size ashes falling from the sky before Jasper residents were told to evacuate

“While we understand people are desperate to know about the status of our community, homes, work places, businesses, and cherished places, we will need some time to stabilize this incident as we access and assess structures.”

“You’re seeing offers of people saying I've got a bed, I’ve got a backyard, I’ve got a parking for a camper – everything is being offered up.”