Bob Komsic is filling in for Libby Znaimer today. He is joined by Melanie Morin, Information Officer for the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre.

Wildfires continue to blaze across Australia with record-high temperatures and severe drought to blame. As part of the effort to battle the overwhelming fires, the Canadian Interagency Forest Fire Centre is sending nearly 100 Canadian firefighters over to Australia. Melanie gives us the latest details on the fires and background on Canada’s involvement in the relief efforts.

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