By: Greg Lewis
Published on January 9, 2025,9:30p.m. EST
Tragedy has struck the Los Angeles area leaving tens of thousands of acres, destroyed and damaged across the region. This act of natural disasters has forced civilians to evacuate the area affective immediately.
The Palisades, Eaton and Hurst fires broke out Tuesday, followed by the Woodley, Lidia and sunset fires Wednesday, all fueled by powerful winds.
President Biden approved a major disaster declaration for California after meeting with Gov. Gavin Newsom and fire officials Wednesday.
Humanitarian groups and nonprofit organizations are working to provide food, water, shelter and other supplies to people impacted by the fires. Those needing recovery assistance can apply with the Federal Emergency Management Agency at DisasterAssistance.gov.
Organizations including CBS News, American Red Cross, World Central Kitchen, Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation and the Los Angeles Regional Food Bank are currently organizing programs to help bring relief to the victims affected by the wildfires.
Halle Berry took to her social media to share information on a location in Los Angeles, California that is currently collecting Gently used clothing for children, women and men who have been displaced and affected by the fires.
According the actor, you can come to this specific location to shop or to donate.
7282 Beverly Blvd.
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