Sixteen soldiers were injured in an accident at the Valcartier military base in Quebec on Tuesday. The incident occurred during a training exercise, according to military officials.
The soldiers were participating in a live-fire exercise when a vehicle carrying them overturned, causing injuries to all 16 occupants. The injured soldiers were immediately transported to a nearby hospital for treatment.
According to a statement from the Canadian Armed Forces, the injuries range from minor to serious, but none are considered life-threatening. The military is currently investigating the cause of the accident.
The Valcartier military base, located approximately 35 kilometers north of Quebec City, is one of the largest military bases in Canada. It is home to the 5th Canadian Mechanized Brigade Group and serves as a training facility for soldiers.
This is not the first time an accident has occurred at the Valcartier base. In 2016, a soldier was killed during a training exercise when a grenade exploded prematurely. The incident sparked an investigation and changes to safety protocols.
The safety of soldiers is of utmost importance to the Canadian Armed Forces, and all necessary measures will be taken to prevent similar accidents from happening in the future.
Our thoughts are with the injured soldiers and their families during this difficult time. We will continue to provide updates on their conditions as they become available.
In the meantime, the military is reminding all soldiers to prioritize safety and follow all protocols during training exercises. The investigation into this accident is ongoing, and further details will be released as they are confirmed.
We thank the brave men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces for their service and sacrifice, and we wish a speedy recovery to those injured in this unfortunate incident.
