Just a few short days ago, Hurricane Dorian barreled through the northern Bahamas as a devastating Category 5 hurricane, leaving much of the country underwater, destroying more than 10,000 homes and taking the lives of at least seven people. The hurricane relentlessly pummeled the Bahamas for 48 hours, overturning cars, ripping roofs off houses, hurling debris through the air and submerging homes and businesses. Photos and videos emerging of the complete devastation are shocking to see and difficult to imagine. But the people in the Bahamas are living through what is perhaps their worst nightmare, and there are ways you can help.
Supplies may be donated as well — check with the organization you plan on working with to find out what is needed most urgently. Some supplies that may be helpful to donate include nonperishable food items, personal care kits with toothbrushes, hygiene sets, first aid kits, diapers, baby wipes, baby bottles, baby clothes, sheets and blankets, towels, cleaning supplies, batteries, solar power lamps and lanterns, paper towels and toilet paper and box fans.