Valley Organizations Working to Help the Tsunami Victims

Valley Organizations Working to Help the Tsunami Victims

Sherman Extends His Condolences to the Victims' Families

Washington, D.C. - The South/South-East Asian tsunami disaster that occurred on December 26 is one of the largest natural disasters in recorded history. With an estimated 150,000 dead, and millions left homeless and threatened with disease, hunger and thirst, the global community is rallying together to help the victims. In the San Fernando Valley, there are community organizations and religious centers gathering donations of clothing, medical supplies, and money for the relief efforts.

"First of all, I would like to extend my deepest condolences to the people of South and Southeast Asia and eastern Africa, and to the Valley families who have lost loved ones in this disaster" said Congressman Brad Sherman (D-Sherman).

"The level of devastation in these areas has reached almost unimaginable proportion. I commend the Valley organizations that are working to the assist the victims. I hope that everyone in the Valley will join the effort to help during this very difficult time."
"Many of my constituents have called my office in Washington and Sherman Oaks to ask how they can help. In response, I have put together a partial list of organizations in the Valley and nationally, that are collecting clothes, financial donations, medical supplies and other non-perishable items," said Sherman.

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