Fire Occurs at Historic Paddlewheel Graveyard in Dawson City

A fire broke out at the Paddlewheel Graveyard, a historic site located near Dawson City in Yukon, causing damage to one shipwreck. Despite the blaze, firefighters were able to contain the flames and protect two other steamboat ruins in the area. The Paddlewheel Graveyard is known for housing a significant collection of sternwheelers that date back to a century ago, making it an important site for Yukon’s heritage. The territory's manager of historic sites emphasised the site's value and the urgent need for assessment to understand the full extent of the damage caused by the fire. Heritage specialists are expected to conduct a thorough evaluation of the wrecks and the surrounding area to ensure proper conservation measures are taken.