2021 Canadian wildfires disrupted crisis management due to widespread misinformation about causes.

During Canada's 2021 wildfires, misinformation about causes like lasers, drones, weather control, eco-terrorism, and state-driven arson spread widely online, affecting crisis management, firefighting efforts, evacuation routes, and residents' decisions about their families and communities. A report by a team of experts highlights the impact of misinformation and the need for accurate information during crises.