'Out-of-control' grassfire threatens homes in Carstairs, Alta.

Authorities say a number of homes in Carstairs, Alta., are in the process of being evacuated because of a large grassfire burning near the community. RCMP confirm to CTV News that the fire, located south of the community, is out of control and is heading toward the town. Fire crews with Mountain View County as well as members from the Didsbury RCMP detachment are assisting with the situation. Carstairs is located approximately an hour north of Calgary. This is a breaking news story. More details