Click the pic to find your nearest donation location drop off site!Photo: 94.3 WSC's Kelly Golden
HELENE RELIEF: Lowcountry Volunteer & Donation efforts cont.
CITY OF CHARLESTON FIRE AND POLICE DEPARTMENTS UNITE
Hurricane Helene devastated communities the Upstate and in North Carolina. People have lost their homes, businesses, and many are still without power or cell service. The City of Charleston’s Police and Fire departments have been deploying first responders, equipment, and supplies to our neighbors in need. Both CPD and CFD are also hosting donation drives for necessary supplies for those affected.
The Charleston Fire Department has deployed 16 firefighters with rescue equipment and vehicles to Greenville County to aid in search and rescue efforts.
The Charleston Police Department will be sending 36 officers in two phases from October 7th until the 17th to Henderson and Buncombe counties – specifically the Fairview community-- to assist with recovery efforts, including security at distribution centers, fuel escorts, and public safety around critical infrastructure.
To support these efforts, CPD and CFD are hosting donation drives at any of Charleston Fire Department station from 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. or at Charleston Police Department Headquarters from 7:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m. through October 11th.
Baby supplies and formula are especially needed, along with other essential items, such as:
Baby formula, diapers, and wipes
Personal hygiene products
Water and non-perishable, ready-to-eat food
Over-the-counter medications
Bottled water and Gatorade
Protein bars or other quick snacks
First aid kits and medical supplies
Cleaning supplies
Blankets and bedding
Towels
Trash bags
Flashlights and batteries
Work gloves, safety goggles and other protective gear
Portable phone chargers
Tarps
Sunscreen and insect repellent
Click here to find the donation drop site nearest you
Special thanks to Hawk Soap Co. a supporter of 94.3 WSC for donating hundreds of bottles of DEET free natural bug repellent as well as sunscreen sticks. There isn't anything these guys are making that I don't use and love by the way. We appreciate your generosity. You guys ROCK!! Use code: Golden to save 10% on everything from natural soaps, powders, skeeter sprays, even hot sauce!
The Community Resource Center in North Charleston is filling trucks with dry goods to take to Western NC
Thank you Neal Brothers, who is helping them facilitate the Transport to a drop-off location.
Community Research Center accepting donations of DRY GOODS and WATER through THIS FRIDAY, October 11th
It’s getting cold at night in the Mountains. Blankets are a great idea.
Water, Hygiene items, Diapers, Dry Foods
Drop-Off @ 3947 Whipper Barony Ln in North Charleston
For more Detail visit COMMUNITY RESOURCE CENTER FOR INFO