There's a wildfire blazing in northern California right now. It's called the Camp Fire which is ironic because that sounds like a warm little blaze, and this really is NOT.
Paradise, a city of 26k, just burned to the ground. The fire's threatening Chico. They've evacuated Chico State.
I just left Chico. We stayed there for months because we were working on a construction project. I want to help, but I don't know what to do.
I actually live in the foothills outside of Sacramento, so I'm well outside of the fire zone (about a 2 1/2 hour drive, barring traffic). I have thirteen acres, so I can take in large animals like horses. We have two RVs and a spare bedroom that can be pressed into service. I've already called a Catholic church on the north side of Chico (currently outside the evacuation zone) where we went to mass to offer my help. I figure Red Cross is going to be overwhelmed.
It's just...I don't know what to do. My gut response--to throw blankets and clothing into a truck and head up there--seems like it might be unwise. Has anyone tried to help in a situation like this before? I really need advice. Thanks.
Paradise, a city of 26k, just burned to the ground. The fire's threatening Chico. They've evacuated Chico State.
I just left Chico. We stayed there for months because we were working on a construction project. I want to help, but I don't know what to do.
I actually live in the foothills outside of Sacramento, so I'm well outside of the fire zone (about a 2 1/2 hour drive, barring traffic). I have thirteen acres, so I can take in large animals like horses. We have two RVs and a spare bedroom that can be pressed into service. I've already called a Catholic church on the north side of Chico (currently outside the evacuation zone) where we went to mass to offer my help. I figure Red Cross is going to be overwhelmed.
It's just...I don't know what to do. My gut response--to throw blankets and clothing into a truck and head up there--seems like it might be unwise. Has anyone tried to help in a situation like this before? I really need advice. Thanks.