It's a pain and an anguish High River residents know all too well.

Having to pick up and leave your homes, not knowing what you'll find if and when you come back.

That's what's happening for the 80,000 residents of Fort McMurray right now as they've all been ordered to evacuate the Northern Alberta city due to raging wildfires.

Alberta Premier Rachel Notley says job one is getting everyone out safely.

"our focus is completely and entirely right now on ensuring the safety of people. Of getting them out of the City and making sure that they're safe and secure."

Fort McMurray resident Olivia Condon was one of those who managed to get out and head south Tuesday night.

"I've described it as the seven levels of Hell. It's hot, everything seems to be on fire. A sign that says Welcome to Fort McMurray that I know has been there for probably 60 years was on fire when I was driving by. It's something out of a nightmare. The smoke itself is very thick and it smells like a campfire but to the extreme. It's hard to breath...I think we're sitting at about 30 degrees but it's probably closer to 40 degrees within the city."

It's sad..I'm very sad and I'm concerned there might not be much for us to go back to.

Large areas of the city have been destroyed, and fire officials say the worst of the blaze is not over, with high winds and hot temperatures forecast for today.

If you're looking to help out, the best bet is the Red Cross.

They say they're in no position for donations like clothing or blankets, but instead are asking for donations of cash.

To give go to their donation page by clicking "HERE."

You can also Text 30333 to donate $5 to the Red Cross

And if you have family in the Fort McMurray area you can call the Red Cross's Family Reunification line at 1-888-350-6070.