Help Los Angeles County residents during unprecedented wildfires
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Help is needed in Los Angeles as massive wind-driven fires in Los Angeles County have killed at least two people and left others with “significant injuries.” Tens of thousands are under evacuation orders across the county as several wildfires explode in scale and burn quickly, threating thousands of buildings and lives.
Wind-driven flames are pushing through the greater Los Angeles area, forcing residents to flee their homes by the tens of thousands. At least five major wildfires present an unprecedented disaster for rescue and relief officials, consuming thousands of structures and inflicting “significant injuries.” As emergency crews struggle to battle the blazes, evacuees can only seek shelter and hope their homes are spared. Aid groups are on the ground to help those affected. You can assist them by clicking HERE or use the form below. CNN’s Impact Your World will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates with more ways to help if available.
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