A large wildfire in Crowsnest was growing out of control on August 21st 2003, with flames reaching 50 meters high and forming a 6 km wall. Authorities ordered the evacuation of Elaine Hruby's home at 10 am due to the fire. Over 20,000 hectares of forest were burned by the fire, though the burned area could create new ecological diversity.

1. Crowsnest FiresAugust 21, 2003

2. Fire Out of ControlA 6 KM wall of flame reaches 50 m. into the sky.

3. EvacuationAt 10 am authorities told Elaine Hruby to leave her home immediately.

4. DamageOver 20,000 hectares of forest burned

5. New LifeBurned area can create new ecological diversity