Apple is donating funds to support fire fighting efforts in Australia, Apple CEO Tim Cook announced on Twitter yesterday.
For the last two months, bushfires have been burning across Australia due to one of the worst droughts in history and record-breaking heat waves. More than nine people have died and more than 800 homes have been destroyed. Koalas and other wildlife have also been impacted by the ongoing fires.
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More than nine people have died and more than 800 homes have been destroyed. Koalas and other wildlife have also been impacted by the ongoing fires.
Our hearts are with those impacted by the Australian bushfires and with the courageous volunteer force fighting the unprecedented blazes across the country—please stay safe. Apple will be donating to support relief efforts. — Tim Cook (@tim_cook) December 26, 2019
Australia has more than 1,500 firefighters working to extinguish fires threatening homes near Sydney. Half of the bushfires in Australia have been contained as of this week, but the country is facing another heat wave and there are severe fire danger ratings in South Australia.
Apple often provides donations during major disasters and most recently donated money to help fight the wildfires in California.
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I’m kind of at a loss for words, but just wanted to pay my respects and to acknowledge that the people who have been fighting these fires and rescuing people and animals and homes are real heroes and have true courage. I’m glad Apple is doing something.
Yeah...sadly, it's just another opportunity for the perpetually unhappy to dump on Apple for their efforts and contributions. No amount will ever be enough.And will surely catch flak for doing so. Some must complain when Apple does anything that doesn’t benefit them personally. Personally, I think it’s a nice gesture, and the contribution can only help. If I were one of those directly affected, I’d appreciate it even more.
What's really awful is using a natural disaster where people and animals have lost their lives as a stage to crap on Apple.
Thank you Apple!
Thanks Apple for the donations, it all helps and we need it.
Well if Apple can do something useful with the money instead of giving it to the government that's a win-win.Just in time for end of year tax donation write-offs.