The catastrophic flooding that is unfolding in Alberta has been met with an overwhelming response from ordinary and extraordinary Albertans across the province. This was especially evident in the town of Sundre where firefighters, police, EMS, and ordinary citizens have all pulled together in an attempt to mitigate the potential flood danger and damage. Each and every one of them is to be commended for their courage in the face of imminent danger and personal loss.
The stories of volunteers working diligently to help is inspiring, in spite of the fact that some of them were evacuees themselves. They worked around the clock doing back-breaking work. Simple words cannot describe the fortitude being shown by these people. They have stepped up to the plate in their community's greatest time of need.
In the following weeks across Alberta there is a lot of work to be done cleaning up and rebuilding for those that will be dealing with the devastation that follows this type of disaster.
Please remember all of those affected by these tragedies unfolding throughout the province in your thoughts and prayers. In the days to come, donations of money, clothing and other essentials will undoubtedly be in great demand, and I encourage everyone to inquire with your local authorities to coordinate your donations with those most in need.
I am proud of all of Alberta; you have once again proven that this is the greatest place to live on earth.
Donations can be made to the Canadian Red Cross at 1-800-418-1111 or existing aid organizations.
Joe Anglin is the MLA for Rimbey-Rocky Mountain House- Sundre constituency.
