Posted by: thepinetree on 10/05/2015 09:04 AM
Updated by: thepinetree on 10/05/2015 09:36 AM
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Fuddruckers to Provide Free Lunch in San Andreas Today for Residents Impacted by Butte Fire
San Andreas, CA...In coordination with Calaveras County and the American Red Cross, the Fuddruckers’ food trailer will be at the Disaster Recover Center on Monday, October 5, 2015 at noon providing free lunch for up to 500 residents. The community event is to be held at the Government Complex at 891 Mountain Ranch Rd, San Andreas in Calaveras County...
“When we heard of the devastation and destruction caused by the Butte Fire we wanted to be a part of the relief efforts for all those affected. We hope our food trucks will provide some respite of this community that has been devastated by these fires,” said George Almeida, Fuddruckers franchise owner
California Wildfires Response by the Numbers:
- over 110,000 meals and snacks served by Salvation Army, Southern Baptist, community groups, local restaurants and the Red Cross
- over 50,000 relief items water, snacks, non-perishable meals, and clean-up items such as gloves, buckets, trash bags, sifters, and dust masks
- over 11,000 overnight stays in community or Red Cross shelters
- over 8,500 health and mental health contacts
- over 1,200 cases opened by Red Cross caseworkers to provide individualized recovery support.
Where To Find Assistance
FEMA
People affected by the Valley, Butte and Rough fires are encourage for register for FEMA assistance by calling 1-800-621-3362 or TTY 1-800-462-7585. Online registration is also available at: www.DisasterAssistance.gov
Red Cross Information Hotline
People affected by the Valley, Butte and Rough fires can also (855) 224-2490 to learn about Red Cross services available.
Butte Fire
FEMA, Red Cross and many community partners are working to ensure that the right resources and support are provided to those who have been affected by this disaster:
- Disaster Recovery Center: Calaveras County Government Center, 891 Mountain Ranch Road, San Andreas (8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturdays, and noon to 4 p.m. Sundays)
Valley Fire
The Red Cross and many community partners are working to ensure that the right resources and support are provided to those who have been affected by this disaster:
- Shelter: Twin Pine Casino, 22223 CA-29, Middletown
- Lake County Local Assistance Center: Middletown Senior Center, 21256 Washington St., Middletown (daily, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.)
- Red Cross Client Assistance Center: Twin Pine Casino, 22223 CA-29, Middletown (daily, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.)
About the American Red Cross:
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.
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