European Union Aids Belizean Wildfire Victims

In the wake of the wildfires that destroyed thousands of acres of land during the past few weeks, hundreds of families are still suffering from the damage inflicted to their property and livelihoods and are struggling to get back on their feet. Considering this, the European Union has announced support for the victims of this disaster. The E.U. offered to provide Belize with up to one hundred and seventy thousand Belize dollars in humanitarian assistance. This aid will support two hundred families affected by the wildfires, primarily farmers who have lost their crops. The assistance, channeled through the Belize Red Cross, will facilitate the provision of health, water, sanitation services, and cash assistance to those in need.