Capital area rescuers head south on hurricane relief mission
By LAUREN FRAYER
Associated Press Writer
Published August 30, 2005
FAIRFAX, Va. -- With hugs from their families--and about 1,000 pounds of gear each--members of the Fairfax County Urban Search and Rescue Team headed south Tuesday to help after Hurricane Katrina.
They left carrying medical supplies, generators and infrared cameras to detect bodies under rubble.
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Whole Foods Market is offering its customers the opportunity to donate money to the American Red Cross hurricane relief effort. Customers can choose either a $2 or $5 donation coupon. The donation will be added to their transaction and the proceeds will go entirely to relief efforts.
Many of us have seen the images from the devastation of Hurricane Katrina and want to help, said Whole Foods Market Midwest Regional President Patrick Bradley.
Donations can be made at:
Whole Foods Market Madison
3313 University Ave.
Madison
(608) 233-9566