According to reporting by BBC News, a deadly fire has broken out at a military base in Canada, prompting responses from senior government officials.

Canadian Defence Minister David McGuinty confirmed that there are casualties resulting from the blaze. Meanwhile, the country's prime minister characterized the event as a "serious incident."

Details regarding the specific cause of the fire, the affected military installation, and the exact number of casualties remain limited at this stage.

Readers can find the full original report at BBC News.

Source: BBC News