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Fort McMurray fire: Islanders share their photos of the flames

Jesara Sinclair | CBC News | Posted: May 4, 2016 2:36 PM | Last Updated: May 4, 2016

Islanders share pictures as city is evacuated

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Caption: Gloria Dianne Doncaster sent this photo from behind her brother-in-law's place, which was evacuated Monday morning. (Submitted by Gloria Dianne Doncaster)

Fort McMurray has been evacuated as a large wildfire tears through the city, displacing tens of thousands of people, including many Islanders who are living and working out West.

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Since the fire began, Islanders have been sharing their photos of the blaze and eventual evacuation on social media.

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Caption: Makayla MacArthur sent this view from her house from before her family was driven from their home. She wrote that they 'lost the house but everyone is safe — all that matters.' (Submitted by Makayla MacArthur)

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Caption: Holly Macleod's husband works in Fort McMurray. He sent her this photo taken Monday. (Submitted by Holly Macleod)

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Caption: Kris Cudmore's neighbourhood has since been evacuated. He shared this view from his house on Sunday. (Submitted by Kris Cudmore)

Are you an Islander in Fort McMurray? You can share your photos with us through a direct message on the CBC Prince Edward Island Facebook(external link) page, tag us on Instagram @CBCPEI(external link) or you can tweet us @CBCPEI(external link).

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