Fundraiser launched for Lytton senior who lost everything in wildfire

Glasgow, who knows the experience all too well, then organized the GoFundMe in response.

“I am a lifelong Lytton-area resident who lost my home in the 2021 Lytton Creek Wildfire. I am asking if you will please join me in helping Hugh get back on his feet,” he wrote.

Wildfire near Lytton, B.C., which triggered evacuations is declared held

Tricia Thorpe, a director with the Thompson-Nicola Regional District, told The Canadian Press there is sadness that the latest fire destroyed at least one home, but also noted that the community has been better prepared overall after the 2021 blaze.

“I think that it’s almost in our DNA, you know? The minute the snow is gone, you’ve got a go-bag packed, and you’ve got things ready to go, and you’re vigilant,” Thorpe said.

“I think we’ve made connections that we didn’t have in ’21 because, when it comes to disaster, in my opinion, your strongest assets are your people in your community, and those connections you have.”

BC Wildfire currently lists the Saw Creek fire as under control.

The fundraiser has raised $1,980 of its $10,000 goal at the time of writing.

by Alyssa Conti

Fundraiser launched for Lytton senior who lost everything in wildfire

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