Wildfire Safety & Support

Posted on September 6, 2011. Filed under: Good for You | Tags: , , , , , , |

If you are on the edge of your seat because of the wildfires raging across Central Texas, you are not alone. The impact is staggering and heartbreaking. We encourage anyone who has not been displaced to get involved, in whatever way(s) you are able. We have listed below a few of the organizations accepting donations and with active ongoing support activities, along with information for individuals affected by the fires. We also want to share some wildfire safety information with you. For a comprehensive guide, including helpful checklists, click here.

For those affected:
Victim Hotline (ADRN): 512.331.2600
Shelter Space (Oasis Church): 512.775.8277
Bastrop Fire Information Line (CenTex Red Cross): 512.332.8814 OR 512.332.8856
Pedernales One Fire (CenTex Red Cross): 512.753.2180
Central Texas Red Cross

For those wishing to help:
Austin Disaster Relief Network
American Red Cross of Central Texas
Hill Country Bible Church NW
Austin Christian Fellowship

Donation Items Needed:
NEW Socks/Underwear (children, men and women)
Coloring Books and Children’s Games
NEW Stuffed Animals
Packaged Snacks (peanut butter crackers, trail mix, etc.)
Bottled Gatorade and Water
Nasal Spray, Eye Drops, and Hand Wipes (for rescue personnel)

Stay safe everyone!

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