Camp Fire Update

11/30/2018 (Permalink)

We are on site in Paradise California, ready to help victims of the Camp Fire.

Authorities announced that as of Sunday, the horrific Camp Fire, which had killed at least 85 people, destroying over 14,000 residences and charred an area the size of Chicago, has finally been fully contained. Cal Fire made this announcement after spending 17 days beating back a blaze that has burned through 153,000 acres of Butte County, north of Sacramento. Those three straight days of rain helped more than 1,000 firefighters get a foothold.

Even though the fire is contained, the nightmare is far from over for displaced residents, who face dangers as some prepare to see their homes for the first time in weeks. Thousands of displaced people in shelters and hotels or camping outdoors in freezing weather face an uncertain future following the deadliest, most destructive wildfire in California history. In addition to all the homes missing, authorities expect the death toll to rise as nearly 300 people are still unaccounted for, and crews are still searching through the ash of buildings for human remains.

Crews are working to repair power lines and clear debris from roads. Partially burned or hollowed-out trees are an ever-present threat. Debris and ash could be toxic, full of heavy metals or carcinogens. Just sleeping at a home surrounded by ash and debris could be hazardous.

Please consider donating to our fundraiser to help the victims of the Camp Fire. SERVPRO of East Sacramento / West Arden-Arcade is always here to help. We understand how difficult this time is for Paradise Families and want to do as much as we can to use our platform as a Sacramento business to help Butte County.