Pets and other animals are also impacted by hurricanes and Milton is no exception
The charities below, reviewed and vetted by NBC News, are prepared to assist in the aftermath. Follow the links to learn more about the organizations and how to donate.Abortion passes inflation as top election issue for women under 30, survey finds "Emergency supplies from Baby2Baby are already on the ground in Florida and we are preparing additional shipments containing diapers, formula, blankets, hygiene products and more to serve children and their families following two back-to-back hurricanes," the post reads.
, the Humane Society said that the team is"rushing to help" animals in need following Hurricane Helene and also"also assessing other state and local needs as Hurricane Milton quickly approaches." "We’re helping to quickly move animals from out of the path of this impending disaster so that shelters don’t become overwhelmed before, during and after Milton," the post says."While we do this, our team is still simultaneously working to help in the aftermath of the devastating Hurricane Helene.""WCK’s Relief Team is prepositioning across Florida while following safety precautions ahead of Hurricane Milton’s landfall to see how we can best assist affected communities," the statement reads, noting that"this is a quickly evolving situation." WCK added that the Gulf Coast of Florida is"still in the early recovery stages following Hurricane Helene" and that the organization is continuing to support communities impacted in North Carolina, Tennessee and Georgia.The national organization, which rehabilitates schools and childcare centers, posted that their teams are ready to help after the latest hurricane makes landfall. "Hurricane Milton is lashing out at Florida, just days after Hurricane Helene left millions of families without power and caused severe damage to homes, schools and childcare centers," the non-profit's Children’s Emergency Fund page reads."With emergency supplies pre-positioned, Save the Children is equipped to continue to help deliver critical, child-focused supplies to kids and families who need them most." At least 16 people are dead and more than 2 million people are without power after Hurricane Milton impacted central Florida.While Milton hasn't made landfall yet, food banks across the region are gearing up to help in the aftermath. Feeding America, a network of more than 200 food banks, is working to make sure everyone is well-fed. The organization works with"farmers, manufacturers, retailers and government agencies to save unwanted food from landfills and move donated grocery items to where it is needed most,” according to “Network food banks collect, sort and distribute these donations to local food pantries and meal programs. Food pantries and meal programs in the network then distribute the food directly to people in their communities.” Pop star Taylor Swift on Oct. 9 donated $5 million to Feeding America's hurricane relief, the non-profit said in a The non-profit provides resources to hospitals, sends in medical supplies, gives tetanus shots and antibiotics and even helps pay healthcare workers' salaries. "Direct Relief is actively aiding those impacted by Hurricane Helene and mobilizing resources ahead of Hurricane Milton’s imminent landfall," the organization’s website reads as of Oct. 9. "As Florida braces for Hurricane Milton, Direct Relief is on the ground, mobilizing aid, and coordinating with local agencies and responders to prepare and respond effectively." is working to provide safe refuge, comfort and support as Floridians brace for Hurricane Milton while also providing support for people across other states impacted by Helene. "As millions of people evacuate in advance of Milton, gas and hotel rooms are in high demand," the Red Cross said in a ."We want everyone to know that shelters are open to support people and pets in need of safety. In fact, some 32,000 people spent Tuesday night in evacuation shelters managed by the Red Cross and other organizations." The non-profit asks those who are not impacted by the storms to help by donating money, blood or by signing up to become a volunteer.Rachel Zegler and Kit Connor — the latest stars of the greatest love story of all time — met over DM36-year-old's Etsy side hustle brings in up to $54,000 a month, takes 10 hours a week—it paid off her student loan debt
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