DEAR LAGUNA / REFLECTIONS ON A CITY BURNING BRIGHT : Readers Reaching Out
The Times Orange County is offering its pages to readers who want to help fellow residents cope with losses from the devastating fires.
Businesses, individuals or organizations in a position to offer free help are invited to submit that information for publication in The Times at no charge. Simply call (714) 966-5600, Ext. 62222and tell what free service or contribution you can provide. As an alternative, readers may call Times Link at 808-8463and press *8110to leave a recorded message. Please provide your name, address and phone number. We will publish the list beginning with Friday’s paper.
The victims of the fires have many practical needs that cannot be met by relief agencies but can be by their neighbors here in Orange County.
WHAT’S NEEDED
* Transportation, shelter and food
* Clean-up
* Child-care
* Boarding of pets or horses
* Counseling
* Serving as drop-off points for the contributions of goods
* Communications with relatives
* Providing fresh water and other drink
* Medical services
The Times Orange County hopes many readers will use this service to reach out to those in need.
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