Prince George, B.C. – Prince George Mayor Lyn Hall has issued a public thank you to the hundreds of volunteers who’ve assisted Cariboo residents displaced by wildfires.

“Hundreds of volunteers have filled roles in registration, meeting and greeting evacuees, providing lodging, and organizing activities for children,” he says.

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“Others are making sure evacuees are being well cared-for while in our community. Volunteers are the lifelines of this operation and, without them, help simply wouldn’t be available to those who need it.”

Hall adds a special thank you is in order for Volunteer Prince George “For playing a critical role in managing and scheduling the many volunteers who have given their time and been away from family to help.”

According to the latest numbers from the City of Prince George, the number of wildfire evacuees in town has passed 9,000.