Is the next Grand Prix threatening to be canceled? It was only recently that Formula 1 learned that you are helpless when nature goes haywire. Due to the floods, a race in Emilia-Romagna was out of the question (read more here).
In a week, Formula 1 should make an appearance in Canada. Due to the wildfires, fan concerns about a cancellation are also growing there. Now the organizer reacts with clear words.
Formula 1: failure due to forest fires?
The province of Quebec in Canada is in shock. Wildfires have been raging across the country for weeks. According to local authorities, there have been 150 fires recently, 110 of which have gotten out of control.
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The result was polluted air and evacuations. The effects also affected the American east coast. For example, New York was bathed in a dark orange fog. Residents should only go out with a mask and in case of emergency because the air pollution is immense.
And Formula 1? In a few days, she actually wants to drive to Montreal, which is also in the affected province. Organizers and F1 representatives gathered for a crisis meeting on Thursday.
This is what the organizer says
After that, there was the green light. For one thing, Circuit Gilles Villeneuve in downtown Montreal is about 800 kilometers from the nearest fire sources, so there is no risk. Moreover, Montreal is not affected by such serious air pollution.
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There is also no worry that this may change in the next few days due to changing winds. It should also rain soon, which could also calm the situation. According to the current state, the Canadian Grand Prix is not in danger.
Formula 1: Already two failures
It would almost be a disaster for the racing series if the race in Canada were suddenly canceled as well. Because in addition to the Imola GP, Shanghai in China also had to be canceled. The target record schedule has therefore already shrunk considerably.
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