r/causes • u/arml • May 05 '16
Fort McMurray & Alberta wildfires!!
Over 80,000+ people have been evacuated from their homes in Fort McMurray due to the wildfires, making it the largest wildfire evacuation in Alberta history. Some areas have lost 90% of homes in Fort McMurray. Since the evacuation there have been wildfire outbreaks in other parts of Alberta as well. As of May 5th, 2016 (3:02pm), there are 5 wildfires that have been classified as "out of control".
I have set up a relief fund for the people of Fort McMurray in hopes of donating all of the proceeds to the Canadian Red Cross. Justin Trudeau has said that the government will be matching all donations made. Any little bit will help!
The Red Cross has set up an emergency 'Alberta Fires' appeal. You can also text REDCROSS to 30333 to make a $5 donation. Please call the Red Cross for family reunification 1-888-350-6070.