More South African firefighters arrive in Edmonton to help fight Alberta wildfires
Despite the long trip, the more than 200 firefighters broke out into song and dance as they came out the international arrivals doors at Edmonton International Airport.
The song and dance is also a tradition the crews repeat each morning before heading out to fight fires, wherever they are in the world. “It’s about happiness. Showing that we are here and we’re here to do our work,” added firefighter Lydia Sono.The crews are from Working on Fire, a government-funded organization in South Africa that is focused on firefighting management.
It’s Gabaikangwe Lydiasereo’s first deployment as well, and she shared a similar joy to be helping as Alberta experiences its most active wildfire season on record.
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