For those you who aren’t aware what’s been going on Down Under, Australia has been devastated by a raging bushfire for a month. Some reports state that nearly 500,000 wildlife creatures have perished in the blaze, along with 17 people, to date. s have circulated showing injured, displaced, and deceased animals as well as groups people who have sought safety on the shores beaches. Certain areas Australia have declared a state emergency.
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LaMelo Ball,, is one a handful athletes who have pledged to help those affected by the tragedy. “It’s sad to see what is happening on the south coast Australia,” LaMelo said in a statement. The baller has declared that he would give one month’s salary to those in need, however, a dollar amount wasn’t specified. “People have lost their homes and everything they own. My parents taught me to help out wherever I can, so this is my way helping out.”
The Hawks team as a collective unit are joining together to aid in charitable efforts, and the National Basketball League’s commissioner shared that he was excited to see players come together for the greater good. “I want to acknowledge the contribution made by a number NBL clubs already to support those ” Jeremy Loeliger said. “As a leading sporting code, we have an obligation to support those communities affected and we will announce some further initiatives shortly.”
Check out a few photos from Australia’s bushfire below.
