Red Cross volunteers will provide lodging, meals, hygiene kits and more for the evacuated families.“We started working with our government partners as soon as the fire began,” said Regional Director of Communications Jessica Piffero, “We want to make sure residents are safe and comfortable while facing these evacuations.”
Due to client privacy, media may be allowed in the shelter at the discretion of the shelter manager. Please check in with shelter staff upon arrival. Contact Jessica Piffero, (661)809-2726 if you have any questions.
The Red Cross is able to provide disaster relief services during wildfire season thanks to the generosity of the community.The best way to help current wildfire evacuees is through a financial donation. Visit redcross.org to make an online donation to your local chapter.
About the American Red Cross Central California Region
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. The American Red Cross Central California Region provides services to the ten counties across Central California that is home to more than 4 million people. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org.
