7/29/14 8:00 pm Veteran Led Disaster Relief Assistance

Team Rubicon, a veteran-led disaster relief group managing wildfire relief efforts in Pateros, is also offering debris removal services in Twisp, Methow and neighboring communities.

Residents can apply for assistance at the Volunteer Reception Center at Pateros High School. Team Rubicon does not charge for its services.

Volunteers will sift through debris to recover personal items and valuables. If homeowners cannot be present during the work, found items will be safely secured for return. Debris will then be sorted and pushed to the curb.

In addition to requesting debris removal, residents can go to Pateros High School for meals provided by the American Red Cross or to volunteer. Relief items, like clothing, diapers, hygiene items, and cleaning supplies, are available at the school through Saturday. Beginning Monday, the relief items will be available at Neff’s Warehouse, Hwy 153, Pateros.

Plans are being finalized to open a Multi-Agency Resource Center (MARC) that will serve as a “one-stop shop” where those affected can meet with representatives from government and nonprofit agencies for assistance