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Atlantic provinces donate $250,000 to Alberta wildfire relief efforts

THE CANADIAN PRESS Published Monday, May 9, 2016 2:51PM ADT Last Updated Monday, May 9, 2016 2:56PM ADT

Heat waves are seen as cars and trucks try and get past a wild fire 16km south of Fort McMurray on Highway 63 Friday, May 6, 2016. (Jonathan Hayward / THE CANADIAN PRESS)

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HALIFAX -- Relief efforts for people affected by the Fort McMurray wildfire will be getting a $250,000 boost from the four Atlantic Provinces.

Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador, and New Brunswick will each contribute $75,000 while Prince Edward Island will contribute $25,000.

The money will go to the Canadian Red Cross.

Nova Scotia Premier Stephen McNeil says the thoughts and prayers of his province are with the communities affected by the disaster because of the close work ties developed with Nova Scotians over the years.

Newfoundland and Labrador Premier Dwight Ball says his province is committed to continuing support during a "difficult time."

Prince Edward Island Premier Wade MacLauchlan says although the terrible events are taking place in Alberta, the effects are being felt throughout Atlantic Canada.