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Brian Brecommends/Wildfire Update
🕑 Added 2025-01-21 19:40:42 +0000 UTCHey y'all, it's been a pretty rough start to the year here in LA (and also maybe everywhere), but Karen and I are safe. Our apartment is, by some unbelievable luck, still standing. Here are the links I talk about in the video:
See some of the most terrifying and dramatic pictures of wildfire devastation in LA
Want to help fire victims? Here's what experts say does the most good and places seeking volunteers
And some resources for mutual aid organizations in and out of LA:
Stay safe, everyone!
Comments
Well-Spoken Rambler
Very glad you guys are OK, I’m sorry that’s been happening. The volunteer work is a good shout.
shaboogen
Glad to hear that you and Karen are safe, long may that continue. Given your reach goes beyond your neighbourhood and spans some parts of the globe, it would be great to hear if there are any ways (other than monetarily) anyone internationally can help.
Cory!
I'm glad you're ok! I'm downloading the app now.
Lizzy H
glad to hear you and your apartment are safe and sound! if you have a CERT (community emergency response team) chapter in your neighborhood, that’s a great way to learn what to do in an emergency without obstructing professional first responders, and is also good for connecting with your community and knowing what resources are in your area. my coworkers are heavily involved, and i’ve been looking into starting a chapter in my own neighborhood since it’s in an area with high fire risk. there is a directory of CERT programs available on their website!
Rin
I'm glad to hear your household is doing ok! This week I started following and donating to a local org that's been helping folks get food & shelter ahead of a Polar Vortex coming this week, feels good to have a way to help the local community
rionsanura
I'm so glad y'all are ok, and also your house. This is incredibly good advice. Let's take care of each other in the long term, not just at the crisis flashpoints. <3
