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SAN DIEGO - In response to the recent wildfires in Los Angeles, a group of San Diegans led by wildfire survivors assembled a unique aid initiative to assist those affected.Barbara and Charlie Nelson, who lost their home during the Cedar Fire in 2003, are at the forefront of the initiative.The couple recalls the challenges they faced after their home in Scripps Ranch burned down.
The devastating Witch Creek Fire in 2007 led them and other survivors to create thousands of these boxes to assist victims from more than seven wildfires.Inspired by the recent events in Los Angeles, the Nelsons’ group quickly mobilized to provide aid. In recent weeks, close to 300 volunteers gathered at various schools, businesses and homes to assemble about 2,000 filing systems.“We were all shocked by the turnout. Tears in our eyes,” Barbara shared, reflecting on the community response.
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