Salvation Army assisting thousands in midst of B.C. Wildfires

The province of B.C. has declared a state of emergency and The Salvation Army is doing what it can to help.

The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services have been mobilized to support first responders and evacuees in multiple locations across the province.

Local #salvationarmy churches and volunteers continue to assist our @SalArmyEDSCan crews by serving 1,000+ breakfast meals this morning! pic.twitter.com/cMlFsLoez4

— Salvation Army BC (@SalArmyBC) July 10, 2017

In the coming days, the Salvation Army will be on the ground providing food, water bottles, blankets, temporary shelter and emotional support to those affected by the crisis.

As of Tuesday, 14,000 meals and snacks have been provided with evacuee numbers increasing hourly.

Four of The Salvation Army’s Emergency Community Response Units have been dispatched so far and two remain on standby.

These mobile canteen units are equipped with a stove, fridge and grills to serve on location and can quickly relocate should circumstances change.

Barb and Jade prep and serve lunch to First Responders and evacuees in #WilliamsLake @kelownasallyann @SalArmyEDSCan #BCWildfire @SalArmyBC pic.twitter.com/1nDNpYjy5i

— Darryl Burry (@darrylburry) July 9, 2017

“We are uniquely positioned to respond quickly in times of urgent need like this,” said Deb Lowell of The Salvation Army. “It is our mission to offer hope and practical support in the midst of devastating circumstances.”

The Salvation Army is appealing to the public for urgently needed funds that will be used to assist families immediately and rebuild people’s lives for weeks to come.

You can donate by phoning 1-800-SAL-ARMY, on the Salvation Army website or by cheque at The Salvation Army Divisional Headquarters office.

Want to help The #SalvationArmy's response to BC Wildfires? You can donate at https://t.co/8OTRg0PByZ #BCWildfire pic.twitter.com/m96V3t2AvH

— Salvation Army EDS (@SalArmyEDSCan) July 10, 2017