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Soldier Liam Keane Critically Injured After Selfless Rescue Fire

By Drooid · Oct 26, 2026, 8:08 PM UTC · How we work

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Cpl. Liam Keane, 23, remains in critical condition after repeatedly entering the CFB Wainwright fire to rescue soldiers.
His mother Tami Flexhaug said he spoke to rescuers before being airlifted from the scene.
He underwent his first surgery on Thursday.
Flexhaug described his injuries as complex and extensive while expressing hope for recovery.
She thanked Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) for the air-ambulance care that saved his life.

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Cpl. Liam Keane, 23, remains in critical condition after repeatedly entering the CFB Wainwright fire to rescue soldiers.
His mother Tami Flexhaug said he spoke to rescuers before being airlifted from the scene.
He underwent his first surgery on Thursday.
Flexhaug described his injuries as complex and extensive while expressing hope for recovery.
She thanked Shock Trauma Air Rescue Service (STARS) for the air-ambulance care that saved his life.