Fort McMurray

Details: Published on Wednesday, 04 May 2016 11:30; Written by editor

Have you seen the news? At 6:20pm yesterday, a mandatory evacuation order was issued for the entire city of Fort McMurray because of a massive wildfire fuelled by high temperatures and tinder-dry forest.

This is the largest fire evacuation in Alberta’s history and it’s expected to get worse today when winds are forecast to switch direction and become even more intense, increasing damage and hindering the efforts of emergency crews.[1]

We know many people are wondering how they can help. The Red Cross has set up an emergency ‘Alberta Fires’ appeal and you can click here to donate. You can also text REDCROSS to 30333 to make a $5 donation.

In Alberta? The situation is changing quickly. Here’s where you can get up-to-date information through twitter, facebook, the government of Alberta’s emergency alert app, as well as numbers to call for assistance and how to report that you are safe.

Our thoughts are with everyone who is affected by this tragedy,

Amara, on behalf of the Leadnow team

Sources:

[1] Officials worry Fort McMurray fire could worsen again http://www.ctvnews.ca/canada/officials-worry-fort-mcmurray-fire-could-worsen-again-1.2887111

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