The eldest son of a mayoral candidate in Oro-Medonte, Ontario, was critically injured in a tragic fire at CFB Wainwright over the weekend, which tragically took the lives of four soldiers and left dozens injured.
Cathy Keane, the candidate’s mother, took to Facebook to share the news about her son being one of the 39 individuals harmed in the incident. She expressed the need to be by his side during this difficult time, announcing her temporary absence from campaign activities as she travels to Alberta.
Despite the personal challenge, Keane reassured the community of her unwavering dedication to her mayoral bid, emphasizing her commitment to serving the people of Oro-Medonte. She urged residents to explore her policy proposals on her Facebook page to gain insight into her vision for the township, especially with online voting ongoing.
In her heartfelt message, she requested understanding as her family copes with the situation and extended gratitude for the outpouring of support from friends and neighbors, ending with a poignant plea to cherish loved ones.
The fire at CFB Wainwright, suspected to have originated from training exercises involving live munitions, quickly escalated into a devastating blaze, spreading rapidly due to sudden gusts of wind. While military officials were monitoring the situation, the fire’s rapid expansion caught them off guard, engulfing the training grounds.
Amidst the tragedy, Major-General Wade Rutland confirmed that there are no indications of terrorist involvement in the incident, offering some reassurance in the face of the devastating loss and injuries.
