Woolsey Fire, California, Pete Buschmann
Across the West Coast of the United States, dozens of major wildfires have left areas desolate and in ruin. Several communities have been impacted across California, Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Utah, Nevada, Arizona, Wyoming, and Montana. These fires have a huge environmental impact by destroying natural habitats, releasing harmful chemicals into the air. In California alone 16,500 firefighters are struggling against 28 major wildfires that have burned through 3.2 million acres (larger than the state of Connecticut), and resulted in 24 deaths. Hundreds of thousands of people have been displaced from their homes as wildfires ravage the land around them. These people have been left homeless, and in need to help. While the amazing fire fighters have been able to contain many of the fires, the fight has just begun as communities look to rebuild and plan for the future. Please think about donating to one of these organizations to help these afflicted areas.
Red Cross – A not-for-profit that’s provides shelters, food, and emotional support to victims of disasters.
California Fire Foundation – A non-profit organization that provides emotional and financial assistance to families of fallen firefighters and the communities they protect.
California Community Foundation – A non-profit organization that focuses on the mid-term to long-term recovery efforts for those affected by the wildfires.
Center for Disaster Philanthropy – A non-profit organization that supports communities as they prepare and rebuild from the fires, including those outside of California.
If you are wondering how you can become better prepared for a wildfire check out Ready For Wildfire for ways to protect your home and family.
Red Cross – A not-for-profit that’s provides shelters, food, and emotional support to victims of disasters.
California Fire Foundation – A non-profit organization that provides emotional and financial assistance to families of fallen firefighters and the communities they protect.
California Community Foundation – A non-profit organization that focuses on the mid-term to long-term recovery efforts for those affected by the wildfires.
Center for Disaster Philanthropy – A non-profit organization that supports communities as they prepare and rebuild from the fires, including those outside of California.
If you are wondering how you can become better prepared for a wildfire check out Ready For Wildfire for ways to protect your home and family.
