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Hurricane Milton: How to help people in Florida
Volunteers are on their way to Florida to help those who live in the path of Hurricane Milton. Americares’ emergency response team said it reached out to partner clinics in Florida to offer assistance. Americares said it is prepared to deliver critically-needed medicines and relief supplies to partner organizations in Florida to meet the health needs after the storm makes landfall. It said it is also prepared to provide emergency funding to help repair damaged health facilities and restore health services disrupted by the storm. Milton was the second major hurricane to make landfall in Florida in less than two weeks.
LOS ANGELES - Florida is facing a long and difficult road to recovery following Hurricanes Helene and Milton. Communities are still reeling from the damage caused by Helene, only to be hit by Hurricane Milton soon after. The storms have drenched areas with heavy rain, downed power lines, and created dangerous storm surges, leaving thousands in need of assistance.
In response, FOX has partnered with the American Red Cross to raise funds for relief efforts in Florida. Through FOX’s FOX Forward Red Cross donation page, individuals can donate to help provide emergency shelter, meals, and resources to families affected by the storms.
How you can support Hurricane Helene and Milton recovery efforts
The best way to help is by donating cash, which allows organizations like the Red Cross to provide immediate relief and adjust to changing needs. You can contribute in two ways:
- Visit redcross.org/foxforward to donate online.
- Scan the QR code shown on FOX broadcasts.
Cash donations ensure relief organizations can focus on providing critical services like shelter and meals without being overwhelmed by managing in-kind donations unless specifically requested.
The impact of Hurricanes Helene and Milton
The Red Cross is actively working on the ground in the areas impacted by Hurricanes Helene and Milton. They provide vital services, including:
- Emergency shelters for displaced families.
- Meals and snacks for those in need.
- Emotional and psychological support for victims of the hurricanes.
- Assistance in locating missing loved ones.
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Hurricane Milton causes flooding in DeLand, FL
Hurricane Milton causes flooding in DeLand, FL. FOX 35 Orlando reporter, Marie Edinger, joins LiveNOW from FOX to show how the flooding is impacting residents.
As the recovery efforts continue, Red Cross teams are focused on helping those unable to return home due to flooding, power outages, and extensive damage to property.
As the recovery efforts continue, Red Cross teams are focused on helping those unable to return home due to flooding, power outages, and extensive damage to property.
If you're trying to find a missing loved one due to Hurricane Helene, the Red Cross can help. They offer assistance for those with serious health needs, military connections, or recent contact in the affected area.
Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) with details to help locate them.