The American Red Cross is working 24/7 with partners in Southern California to make sure people have the support they need in the face of the Palisades Fire, Eaton Fire, Hurst Fire, Lidia Fire, Sunset Fire and Kenneth Fire.

As of this morning more than 700 evacuees woke up in Red Cross shelters, many of whom are struggling after losing everything. Disaster health volunteers are caring for minor injuries and replacing things like eyeglasses and medications for those in our shelters, and mental health workers are providing emotional support to those experiencing unimaginable loss.

Red Cross caseworkers are also helping shelter residents create personal plans for their next steps and connect them with other community resources. The top priority is housing, but the Red Cross is also helping people with transportation, health care, childcare and other needs, but they need more help.

If you would like to help, you can donate funds, give blood, or volunteer.  Please see the link here:  Red Cross Response and Disaster Relief or you can call, 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).