Hurricane Harvey is wreaking havoc, but there are ways for all of us to help
Every once in a while, a storm lives up to the hype. Hurricane Harvey is one of those storms, slamming into Texas on Friday night and leaving thousands in danger. We’ve compiled a list of resources you can use if you want to help.
Despite the fact that the storm was downgraded to a category 1, the aftereffects of Hurricane Harvey are sure to linger as the rain continues over the next few days.
Texans affected by the storm will need a lot of help, and the good news is there are plenty of ways to give it, even from afar.
Organizations accepting donations:
- American Red Cross
- The Salvation Army
- Save The Children
- Southern Baptist Disaster Relief
- Heart to Heart International
- Rockport-Fulton county Chamber of Commerce
For anyone seeking help for family pets impacted by the storm:
Additionally, the Texas Diaper Bank is accepting diapers and cash donations for the disaster relief kits they’re putting together for families with young kids; other agencies don’t provide diapers. Items can be dropped off at their location on 5415 Bandera Road, Suite 504, San Antonio, TX 78238.
Airbnb has set up a portal to help people in need of lodging during the disaster.
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It’s clear from the photos of the storm and its aftermath that the people of Texas are going to be in need of help for quite a while.
Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images
The situation is so dire, 911 is overrun, and victims of the flooding are taking to Twitter to ask for help.
And it works:
Not all of us are close enough to respond such messages, but hopefully, via the resources lifted above, we can find other ways to help.
