The massive wildfire south of Jasper has gotten larger and closer to town after aggressive fire behaviour throughout the day and night Tuesday.
The south wildfire grew to 10,800 hectares and is eight kilometres from Jasper. The north wildfire remains at 270 hectares and is five kilometres from the town.
Parks Canada is expecting increased fire behaviour on all flanks of both fires on Wednesday due to continued high and gusty winds. Rain is in the forecast but isn’t expected to hit until the evening and into Thursday.
Officials are unable to provide a timeline on when the evacuation order might end.
More coming.