CFB Wainwright fire kills four Canadian Armed Forces members, sends 39 to hospital A fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright killed four military members and sent 39 others to hospital. Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith offered condolences as the cause remains under investigation. A fire at Canadian Forces Base Wainwright killed four members of the Canadian Armed Forces and sent 39 others to hospital, prompting condolences from Prime Minister Mark Carney and Premier Danielle Smith on Sunday. Carney announced that flags on all federal buildings will be flown at half-mast to honour the fallen. The fire broke out at about 4 p.m. Mountain time Saturday in a training area at CFB Wainwright. Despite efforts to contain the blaze, the flames spread quickly amid strong winds. The cause of the fire remains under investigation.Victims Identified As Four Military MembersThe four military members killed were identified as Pte. Aidan Goulding of North Vancouver, Pte. Sean Farrell of Prince Albert, Pte. Hayden Leichmark of Langley and Sgt.Morgan Wong of Edmonton. Loved ones have been remembering the victims. Thirty-nine people were taken to hospital. In the latest update provided, 19 were listed in critical condition, eight were stable and 12 were ambulatory.The Wainwright mayor spoke of heavy grief following the deadly fire. Carney said the nation is in mourning for the brave members lost. He offered words for the wounded and expressed solidarity with the families, friends and colleagues of everyone affected. He said Canadians come together in crisis and that is the best of the country.Leaders Express Condolences For Fallen SoldiersSmith described the tragedy as heartbreaking and extended condolences on behalf of the Alberta government. She offered her deepest condolences to families who lost loved ones and wished the injured a full recovery. She said thoughts also go to military personnel, families and colleagues facing uncertainty and grief. Defence Minister David McGuinty said this is one of the hardest days the Canadian Armed Forces has had to face at home in peacetime.He said the entire defence team grieves with these families. New video has revealed the scale of the fast-moving fire near the base. Despite reports that an oil or gas line may have contributed to the blaze, Maj. -Gen.Wade Rutland said an initial assessment found no indication of damage to oil and gas infrastructure. Officials have not ruled out ordnance or ammunition as the source of the initial spark. A board of inquiry will be convened, though it could take weeks before investigators reach any conclusions. Officials are thanking emergency responders for their efforts over the weekend.Government Pledges Support For Families And RespondersSmith acknowledged the incident could also take a toll on those who helped in the wake of the fire. She said a significant priority is connecting with those involved in the response and ensuring they have access to mental health supports. Carney described those killed and injured as men and women who were training to serve and defend Canada. He pledged the country would now serve them and their families in the aftermath of the tragedy.He said the country will be there for their families as long as they need, care for the injured through every step of recovery, and stand by the women and men of the armed forces as they bear the weight of this loss. Carney is scheduled to address the House of Commons at 11 a.m. ET following the CFB Wainwright tragedy. The Prime Minister delivered a statement on Parliament Hill on Sunday.A press conference was held in Edmonton on Sunday where Smith spoke.