Calgary Citizen Newsletter Thursday July 25

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An earthquake, a tornado, record-breaking heat, wildfires, water issues - oh my! Alberta is really getting hit from all corners when it comes to the weather right now so we are dedicating today’s feature spot to tell you everything you need to know. Follow the active emergency alerts for the Jasper wildfire here.

👀 In today's edition:

• Mother Nature wreaks havoc on Alberta

• Loose ball python snake prompts warning

• Cheering on Team Canada for summer Olympics

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WORTH KNOWING

🌧️ Today: High C, Low C. See the 7-day forecast.

🚗 Driving today? Check the current traffic situation, and find the city’s traffic report and road closures.

⚠️ Here’s the current smoke forecast / check Calgary wildfire and fire restrictions and the Alberta Wildfire Dashboard.

QUICK POLL

Calgary watches closely as Alberta deals with wildfires, a tornado, an earthquake, and record heat

As Calgarians watch the northern half of the province burn, there’s sadness and concern in the air. Calgary has set up an evacuation centre where displaced residents have been flowing into.

According to CTV, one of two wildfires threatening Jasper National Park reached the townsite Wednesday night and caused "significant loss.”

As CBC reported, After a long, winding journey out of Jasper and through a series of small B.C. communities, dozens of evacuees arrived in Calgary on Wednesday, relieved to be away from the wildfire danger but unsure about the resort town's future.

Experts say smoke from wildfires in northern Alberta, British Columbia and the United States are slowly entering the city and causing hazy skies and creating hazardous conditions. Check the current air quality index.

The Calgary Counselling Centre is reminding people that there's accessible mental health resources available.

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Need to know

🐍 A warning has been issued in Kananaskis Country after a 1.5-metre-long ball python was spotted in Bow Valley Provincial Park.

🌪️ Tornado warning, watches end as severe storms track across central Alberta as earthquake also rattles the province. 

🏥 Shigella outbreak hits city’s homeless shelters and encampments, sending 16 to hospital.

🐻‍❄️ Officials confirm that play-fighting between the zoo’s polar bears led to the death of Baffin in what was a tragic accident.

⚖️ Calgary man who murdered girlfriend and her toddler sees convictions upheld by court of appeal.

🏌️‍♀️ World’s best female golfers set to tee off in Calgary at CPKC Women’s Open.

🔥 The city’s fire department is trialing Canada’s first-of-its-kind electric fire engine.

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Cheer on Team Canada right here from Calgary as the 2024 Paris Summer Olympics get underway

Calgary is one of just three Canadian cities (and the only Western Canadian city) to host the inaugural Team Canada FanFest as the Paris Summer Olympics get underway on July 26 with just over two weeks of sporting events.

You can show your support and cheer on your country right here from Calgary by bringing your friends and family down to Stephen Ave. at Centre St. to watch the Games at this free, family-friendly event.

There will be appearances by Olympic athletes, live performances, immersive Team Canada partner activations, and more.

Local event schedule 

Friday, July 26 – 12pm to 8pm
Saturday, July 27 – 10am to 8pm  
Sunday, July 28 – 10am to 6pm  

You can follow the Team Canada and the Olympics here.

Where to eat and drink

🍴 High Tea at Readers: Join Reader’s Garden Cafe for exquisite sandwiches, pastries, and of course some delicious tea. There are just two private dates left so book now for Aug. 25 and Sept. 22.

🍴 Padmanadi: This family-owned vegan Indonesian restaurant that originated in Edmonton now has a location in Calgary serving Indonesian, Chinese, Thai, and Indian plant-based dishes.

Have a food or drink suggestion? Message us and we might share it!

Things to do

🎟️ Petapalooza: The country’s largest pet expo is taking over Fort Calgary this weekend for two days of “The Day of the Dog”. Bring your furry four-legged friends for this free event.

🎟️Thrifting for a cause: Enjoy rebates while doing a good deed at MEOW Charity Thrift Shop where you can enjoy 40% off of all bar items, puzzles, and games along with a BOGO sale on magazines until July 28. You can also get 50% off of all purple string items until July 28 at 17 Ave Thrift.

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