More than 15,000 people are battling wildfires in Southern California.
More than 15,000 people are helping to put out the fire Southern California. Crews have flown in from across the country — and even Mexico — to prevent further destruction. While they keep it at the forefront, others are now stepping in.
This is an all deck effort in Southern California. Two more Destructive fires In the history of the state, they burn an area larger than the entire city of San Francisco.
Fox tagged along with several locals who are working to make this difficult time easier for those fire crews. Fighting flames
“We've been told that some of these firefighters drink five or six of these drinks a day,” said Dylan Jones, a Santa Monica resident.
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Eye drops are useful for first responders on the front lines. (Sonny Tsai / FOXBusiness)
Energy drinks are just one of the items that firefighters need when facing the flames.
Rosen and his friends grew up around the Palisades. When the fire started, they received a text from their firefighter friend about what they needed on the front lines.
“It's crazy … just 'get this, this and this,' and (development) took off,” Santa Monica local Evan Rosen said.
So far, Rosen and his friends have raised about $10,000 to meet the needs of firefighters.
Locals brought sticks, eye drops, baby wipes and lotion for first responders. (Sonny Tsai / FOXBusiness)
She and her friends still make daily trips to local stores and restaurants to stock up on lotion, sunscreen, painkillers and pain relievers. Hot meals For the National Guard, fire crews, police, etc
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“Just trying to do our part, trying to help them, trying to help these firefighters. I mean, a lot of people are devastated. It's a tough time … but the community It comes together as a city.” Ray Manicini
Their efforts extend far beyond Santa Monica. The power of social media has taken their efforts to an international level.
Evan Rosen and his friends drop off their groceries and supplies at the command center on PCH. (Sonny Tsai / FOXBusiness)
My cousin Aidan also re-shared one of my posts, and Venmo is not what they use in England, and they were all downloading apps. We had five or ten people sending money. I had friends from college who moved out. “Hey, what can I do remotely?” he said to Portugal. said Jones.
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The group says they will continue as long as the community is willing to help. The latest frontline requests include IV fluid, unscented Chapstick, sunscreen, energy drinks, facial wipes, and hot, healthy meals.