The visual damage assessment showed 410 addresses as destroyed, 10 with visible damage and 620 with no visible damage
Jasper residents and business owners now have a clearer picture of the extent of devastation the wildfire brought to their town.
Highlighting that the information shared is based on damage visible from the street, the municipality said, “We have not been inside buildings or seen the backside of properties. There may be additional damage to homes and businesses that isn’t visible from the street.”
Buildings marked as “not damaged” could also have internal damage caused by smoke and water, the municipality said.
The visual damage assessment showed 410 addresses as destroyed, 10 with visible damage and 620 with no visible damage.
It is not yet possible for residents to return to Jasper to view their property or collect belongings, as the town site is not safe, according to the municipality.
“The chemicals released by structural fire are a serious health risk. There is still an active wildfire on the perimeter of the town. Firefighters and first responders need space to do their job safely,” it said.
— With files from The Canadian Press