The images depicting the forest fires that ravage Australia have spread throughout the world. Firefighters, volunteer firefighters, military and other volunteers are struggling to limit the progress of fires. Over 20 people have died and the material damage is extensive.
Many have donated money to support those fighting the fires. The gathering that received perhaps the greatest spread was initiated by the Australian comedian Celeste Barber, whose family has been forced to evacuate due to the fires. Through her social media, she has urged people to donate money to a rescue fund for rescue workers in New South Wales.
On Sunday morning, over 650,000 people had donated a total of almost SEK 200 million via the Facebook collection - which has also spread in Sweden.
Actors donate $ 500,000A number of well-known people have also made private donations. Australian actress Nicole Kidman announced on her Instagram that she is donating $ 500,000, equivalent to $ 4.7 million, to the emergency services in Australia.
An equally large sum is donated by American pop star Pink.
"I am absolutely devastated to see what is happening in Australia right now with the terrible forest fires," Pink wrote on Instagram.
For those who want to make a financial contribution to those who have suffered or are fighting the forest fires, there are a number of fundraisers to choose from. Here, the Sydney Morning herald has listed several proposals.