Jasper council told wildfire caused $283 million in lost property value

JASPER, B.C. — The town of Jasper says early numbers indicate last month’s wildfires destroyed $283 million worth of property. The town also reports that while 358 structures were destroyed, mostly businesses and homes, the total number of housing units lost is about 800. The figures were delivered to councillors by chief administrative officer Bill … Continue reading Jasper council told wildfire caused $283 million in lost property value