LAKE COUNTY, Calif. – Local officials are offering guidance on how to offer assistance to those most seriously impacted by the Mendocino Complex, made up of the Ranch and River fires which began last week.
While crews continue to battle the Mendocino Complex fires on multiple fronts, county officials offered their sincerest thanks to the many first responders from around the state who have gathered to assist.
“The response of emergency personnel and Lake County residents has once again been remarkable,” said County Administrative Officer Carol Huchingson. “There is still much to be done, efforts are ongoing to stabilize the Mendocino Complex fires, and safeguard residents’ property. We ask that you please continue to prioritize monitoring official communications from the Lake County Sheriff’s Office, via Nixle, and Cal Fire.”
With thousands of residents evacuated from their homes, the county has received requests for information on the most effective way to make donations to assist Mendocino Complex survivors and their families.
Cash donations are most helpful at this time, the county said. Such donations allow those supporting disaster relief efforts to direct assistance where it is most needed.
The county is unable to accept in-kind donations, such as clothing, household goods and other supplies. In-kind donations require significant time and financial resources to distribute.
If someone close to you needs clothing or other everyday items, please provide them directly, if you can. If you are able to help the broader disaster response and relief effort, cash is best.
Those who are able, please make cash donations at https://www.ncoinc.org/.
Mendocino Complex fire relief: How to donate
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