2020 Wildfire Resources and Information
Date postedSeptember 11, 2020
Multifamily NW salutes firefighters, first responders and volunteers racing to save lives and protect the livelihoods of the thousands of Oregonians and Washingtonians affected by the sudden dangerous wildfires spreading across our region. Properties with Disaster Preparedness plans can stumble in the chaos trying to follow procedures when a Level 3 Evacuate Now order is issued. Right now, housing providers can remind their residents where their emergency evacuation points are, and to register for Emergency Texts with their County to make sure they receive the latest alerts. Encourage your residents to have a "to-go" bag packed to help ensure a swift evacuation if necessary.The Multifamily NW Foundation Board is supporting the following three organizations for immediate donations to assist those in need:
Donations and/or volunteer opportunities are welcome, needed and appreciated! If your properties have been affected by the fires, please contact Multifamily NW for additional resources.
Multifamily NW Service Committee is diligently working with the above organizations and will continue to update the members. Interested in volunteering with the Service Committee? Contact Lisa Rose at lisar@jrjohnson.com.
STATEWIDE INFO
PublicAlerts.org provides links to sign up for emergency phone and email alerts across the region. Scroll to find your local jurisdiction.
How to Prepare for a Wildfire - https://www.ready.gov/sites/default/files/2020-07/how-to-prepare-for-a-wildfire.pdf is a 13-page slideshow from Ready.gov.
Fire Evacuation Checklist - https://www.fs.usda.gov/Internet/FSE_DOCUMENTS/stelprdb5305121.pdf
Find an Open Shelter - https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html
Wildfire Map – Sate of Oregon Fires and Hotspots - https://www.redcross.org/get-help/disaster-relief-and-recovery-services/find-an-open-shelter.html
Air Quality Where You Live - https://www.airnow.gov/
U-Haul is Offering Free Storage for Evacuees – Learn more here
OPB – How to Tighten Up Your Emergency Plan - https://www.opb.org/article/2020/09/10/go-bag-emergency-plan-wildfire-earthquake/
REGIONAL ASSISTANCE/VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES
SOUTHERN OREGON
The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to help distribute 6,000 boxed meals a day at the Jackson County Expo at 1 Peninger Rd, Central Point, OR 97502, starting Friday, September 11.
American Red Cross: The agency says, for the safety of shelter residents and workers, it cannot accept material donations of any kind right now. Because of increased safety measures for COVID-19, storing, sorting, cleaning, and distributing donated items could be risky. But the public can help by making a financial donation at redcross.org/donate (all donations are tax deductible) or volunteer through redcross.org/volunteer.
CENTRAL OREGON
American Red Cross: The agency says, for the safety of shelter residents and workers, it cannot accept material donations of any kind right now. Because of increased safety measures for COVID-19, storing, sorting, cleaning, and distributing donated items could be risky. But the public can help by making a financial donation at redcross.org/donate (all donations are tax deductible) or volunteer through redcross.org/volunteer.
SOUTHERN WILLAMETTE VALLEY
The Hope Project is serving food and providing resources for those in Lane County. Donations are appreciated: https://www.hopeprojecthelps.com/about
MID-WILLAMETTE VALLEY
The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to help distribute 6,000 boxed meals a day at the Oregon State Fairgrounds at 2330 17th St. NE, Salem, OR 97303, starting Friday, September 11.
PORTLAND/VANCOUVER
The Salvation Army is looking for volunteers to help distribute 6,000 boxed meals a day at the Oregon Convention Center at 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland, OR 97232 starting Thursday, September 10.