Manitoba ups firefighting game with new water bombers

April 25, 2025, 3:21 pm

Facing concerns over aging equipment amid escalating wildfire threats, Manitoba is set to upgrade its aerial firefighting fleet with three new DH Canadair-415 Firefighter aircraft. The initiative promises enhanced safety features and navigation capabilities, aiming to strengthen the province’s wildfire response strategies.

thestar.com / Manitoba plans to replace aging water bombers to improve wildfire response

WINNIPEG - The Manitoba government is promising three new water bombers for the wildfire service.

winnipegfreepress.com / Manitoba plans to replace aging water bombers to improve wildfire response

globalnews.ca / Manitoba to bolster wildfire-fighting efforts with 3 new water bombers

Premier Wab Kinew and Natural Resources Minister Ian Bushie announced that the three new DH Canadair-415 Firefighter aircraft will include safety, capacity and navigation upgrades.

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