As the Australian wildfires start to dissipate, it is important to note the significance and damage this catastrophic event has caused. According to CNN news, as of January 13, 2020, “At least 28 people have died nationwide, and in the state of New South Wales (NSW) alone, more than 3,000 homes have been destroyed or damaged”. Alongside the loss of human life and property, it is estimated that 17 million acres of land and 500 million animals have perished from this detrimental event.
Similar to the Amazon and Southern California wildfires, the Australian wildfire is in need of help and support from all over the world.
For the common person, there are many different things one can do to help aid Australia in releif efforts to combat and improve this world crisis. To help this contribute to this cause, you can Donate to the Australian Red Cross, the Salvation Army Australia, which is providing meals and support to evacuees and first responders in multiple locations. Donate to the St. Vincent de Paul Society, which is helping evacuated families recover. The organization is providing food and clothing, helping cover bills, and donating household items to those whose homes have been destroyed. Donate food, funds or services to Foodbank, the largest hunger-relief charity in Australia. Donate to a GoFundMe dedicated to displaced First Nations Communities that need to rebuild.
Griffin Morrill - News Editor