Jasper Council Told Wildfire Caused $283 Million in Lost Property Value

The remains of hotels in Jasper, Alta., on July 26, 2024. The Canadian Press/Amber Bracken

The town of Jasper says early numbers indicate last month’s wildfires destroyed $283 million worth of property.

The town also reports that while 358 structures were destroyed, mostly businesses and homes, the total number of housing units lost is about 800.