Messages of hope and support are pouring in for those impacted by the raging wildfire in Fort McMurray.
The wildfire forced the evacuation of the entire city – 80,000 people – and has torched homes, businesses and forest.
The mass evacuation late Tuesday afternoon led to gridlock on Highway 63.
The mandatory evacuation order remains in place and crews are doing their absolute best to protect housing and infrastructure #ymmfire
— RMWB (@RMWoodBuffalo) May 4, 2016
Wildfire Update – May 4, 4 a.m.
Residential damage assessment (approximate) #ymmfire #ymm pic.twitter.com/X8t2Fr3NF8— RMWB (@RMWoodBuffalo) May 4, 2016
In addition, fuel shortages were being reported by many people desparate to leave Fort Mac for a safer location. Many people are heading to Edmonton or Calgary to stay with friends or family.
There are no deaths or serious injuries as a result of the fire. Alberta Premier Rachel Notley says her thoughts are with everyone affected by the fire.
The wildfire intensified late Tuesday afternoon when the wind shifted. It ultimately led to the mandatory evacuation of the city.
Donate to help those affected by the fires in Fort McMurray https://t.co/xa0TIyxbWI #YMMFire
— Canadian Red Cross (@redcrosscanada) May 4, 2016
Meantime, the Northern Lights Regional Health Centre has evacuated its patients. Alberta Health Services confirmed the news via its Twitter account.
Keep up to date on the wildfire situation via the Municipality of Wood Buffalo in northeastern Alberta.
