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\u0421\u0418\u041b\u0412\u0415\u0420-\u0421\u041f\u0420\u0418\u041d\u0413, \u041c\u042d\u0420\u0418\u041b\u0415\u041d\u0414 (<\/strong>January 13, 2025<\/strong>)<\/strong>\u00a0\u2013The Adventist Development and Relief Agency (ADRA) is partnering with Adventist Community Services (ACS) to support California communities severely impacted by the recent wildfires in Los Angeles County.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Pacific Palisades Fire, which began on Tuesday, January 7, has rapidly spread, igniting multiple blazes across various communities in the greater Los Angeles region, including Eaton, the Sunset\/Runyon Canyon area of the Hollywood Hills, and the Kenneth area of Woodland Hills. These fires have now become the most destructive in Los Angeles history.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

As of the latest reports, the fires remain uncontained, burning over 39,000 acres across multiple fire zones. More than 12,000 structures have been destroyed, including homes and businesses, and at least 24 people have tragically lost their lives. Over 180,000 residents have been forced to evacuate, and many people are reported missing. With additional evacuation notices expected, the death toll could continue to rise as damage assessments unfold. (*Numbers are subject to change daily.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The fires, driven by ferocious winds that have exceeded 70 mph, are threatening more homes, businesses, and communities. According to fire officials, the winds have contributed to the rapid and widespread destruction, turning areas not typically affected by wildfires into scenes of devastation and causing widespread power outages, impacting nearly half a million residents. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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\u201cWe are praying for the people of California as they strive to stay safe and rebuild their lives after this devastating disaster,\u201d says ADRA International Vice President for Humanitarian Affairs Imad Madanat. \u201cIn the face of such tragedy, it is critical that we stand united as a global church community. ADRA is committed to working closely with Adventist Community Services, and we are thankful for the opportunity to provide immediate aid, bringing hope and relief to those who have lost so much. We are focused on ensuring affected families and individuals have access to the vital resources needed to begin their journey toward recovery.\u201d<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

In a statement to the North American Division of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, W. Derrick Lea, director of Adventist Community Services (ACS) for NAD, highlighted the collaborative efforts underway to provide essential support to those affected by the crisis:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“We are working with our Pacific Union ACS director Leon Brown to ensure that shelter efforts are supported. Additionally\u2026our friends at ADRA International will partner with NAD ACS financially in support of this needful work. The need is great, and it will grow.”<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n<\/blockquote>\n\n\n\n

Immediate Support and Relief Efforts<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ADRA’s emergency grant to Adventist Community Services (ACS) in the Pacific Union Conference to support immediate relief and long-term recovery. The funds will be used for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n