An unseasonably warm winter in Canada is causing major issues for an ice road system many remote communities rely on for food, fuel and supplies.
The roads are vital for accessing health services, but many aren’t open yet — prompting First Nations leaders to declare a state of emergency in parts of Manitoba and Ontario.
As Melissa Ridgen reports, the changing climate is driving worries about the future of this transportation lifeline.
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The roads are vital for accessing health services, but many aren’t open yet — prompting First Nations leaders to declare a state of emergency in parts of Manitoba and Ontario.
As Melissa Ridgen reports, the changing climate is driving worries about the future of this transportation lifeline.
For more info, please go to https://globalnews.ca/news/10287501/winter-roads-dire-situation-ontario-first-nations/
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