The images coming to us of whole neighborhoods wiped away by the wildfires still burning in various areas in the greater Los Angeles area are devastating. As our fellow Californians to the south sift through the ashes, we’re wondering how many people here in Humboldt know someone who’s been affected by this tragedy. 

Vote in our poll, below, and then scroll farther down for a list of organizations seeking contributions to help fire victims and first responders. 

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Do You Know Someone Affected by the LA-Area Wildfires?

WAYS TO HELP LA FIRE VICTIMS FROM HUMBOLDT

• The California Fire Foundation works with fire agencies and community-based organizations to provide ongoing support to California communities affected by natural disasters.
• Celebrity chef José Andrés’ World Central Kitchen is already working in providing meals to first responders and evacuees. 
• The Salvation Army provides emergency relief and long-term assistance to those impacted by natural disasters.
• GoFundMe has created a centralized hub on its site of verified fundraising pages providing aid to fire victims. 
• The California Community Foundation‘s Wildfire Recovery Fund targets the most underserved and hard to reach communities in the Los Angeles region, with the goal of helping provide long-term recovery relief.
• The CAL FIRE Benevolent Foundation provides financial aid to firefighters and their families in the case of injury or loss of life.