Command & Control, Clean up & Recovery Units

Salvation Army offers shovels and comfort

Released 31 October 2007

As people begin returning to their neighborhoods to begin sifting through the ashes where their homes once stood, The Salvation Army is transitioning from feeding evacuees at fixed sites to sending roving units into burned-out neighborhoods.

These three person teams will be providing shovels, rakes, sifters, small containers for treasures they find as well as comfort and support. The units will also serve small meals, hand out water and other cool drinks and even give out some Halloween candy. Personal items such as Kleenex, masks, sanitizing wipes and other helpful items will also be available.

The roving units will be in:

Potrero/Campo
Dulzura/Barrett Lake
Ramona
Jamul
San Pascual
Fallbrook
Emotional and spiritual care two person teams will also be driving through neighborhoods offering comfort and support as well as cool water and snacks. These teams can take time with people, providing a listening ear.

The Salvation Army, along with other agencies, is providing short-term assistance at the Local Assistance Centers in Ramona, Rancho Bernardo, Fallbrook and Rancho San Diego.

The Salvation Army and the American Red Cross will be serving breakfast and lunch at the LAC in Ramona.

To help, please call 1 866 I'LL HELP or click here to donate.