Churches and ministries are gearing up to help those in California affected by the major wildfires that are devastating parts of the state.
In recent days, California has experienced the deadliest wildfires in its history, as at least 44 people have perished in the flames, 42 alone from the “Camp Fire” in the northern part of the state.
Fueled by dry weather and heavy winds, the Camp Fire is also blamed for having destroyed over 7,200 structures and burning up more than 115,000 acres, CBS News has reported.
Some ministries have already begun to send aid to the state. Convoy of Hope’s Disaster Services team announced Friday that they were bringing supplies like water, food, and blankets to their facility in Chico, California, for distribution to the needy.
“We currently have product in California from our response to the Redding Fire earlier this year,” said Jeff Nene of Convoy of Hope.
“Our partners in the area have immediate access to bottled water and cots and can start distributing them as needed to help those affected by the fires.”
Adam Edgerly, lead pastor for the Culver City-based Newsong LA Covenant Church, told The Christian Post on Tuesday that while his church is not close to the fires,…
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