According to CNN (opens in new tab), Australia is currently facing the worst devastating wildfires in decades. So far, 24 people have died and more than 1,300 homes have been destroyed. Several celebrities, including the royal family, have spoken out in support of the country and the victims of the fires.

On Saturday, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle (open in new tab) shared a touching post about the fires and information about how fans can support relief efforts on the official Sussex royal family Instagram account.

In the post, the couple wrote:

"Our thoughts and prayers are with people across Australia who continue to face the devastating fires that have been raging for months. From areas where we have personal connections, such as the communities and people of New South Wales we visited in 2018, to the fires in California and parts of Africa, we are increasingly at the overlap of these environmental disasters, including of course the ongoing destruction of the Amazon We are struck by the fact that we are now in the midst of a global environmental crisis. This global environmental crisis is now described as ecocide. It is easy to feel helpless, but there are always ways to help. To see how you can offer your support, visit the following link. https://fundraise.redcross.org.au/drr (@redcrossau)

https://www.rfs.nsw.gov.au/about-us/fundraising (@nswrfs) https://www.cfa.vic.gov.au/about/supporting-cfa#donate-cf"

Prince William and Kate Middleton shared a message about the fires on the Kensington Royal Family Instagram (opens in new tab), writing:

"They are destroying homes, lives and wildlife in many parts of Australia. We are shocked and deeply saddened to hear about the fires. Our thoughts and prayers are with all the people and communities affected by this devastating event. Our deepest condolences go out to the families and friends of those who tragically lost their lives, and to the brave firefighters who continue to risk their own lives to save the lives of others. - The Duke and Duchess of Cambridge"

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