*cross posted to outdoors board*

I'm hauling a flatbed load of square bales and bottled water up north tomorrow if anybody knows anyone in particular in need. I'll head to the Canadian/Pampa area or elsewhere if needed. Just reply here or shoot me a PM.

Here's the gofundme link: https://www.gofundme.com/texas-panhandle-fire-relief

And prayers always help. Can't imagine what these folks are going through.

EE

I'd be willing to hang around a couple days too if anyone needs a hand.

Call the Extension office in Gray, Lipscomb, and other affected counties first. Yesterday the agent in Lipscomb county posted a live video on Facebook saying they have more hay than storage at the moment and don't have any need for more at this time. It may just be that county but I'd call ahead before heading that way. Thanks for the help.

10-4 will do.

Heard on the radio today that a lot of the Texas collection points were full, they were sending trucks on to Kansas and Oklahoma fires, if the drivers were willing.

http://www.kgncnewsnow.com/wildfires-ways-help/

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We have actually have some good news regarding the horrible wildfires that began raging a week ago. Texas A&M AgriLife reports that the generous outpouring of donations has resulted in about a two to three week supply of hay to help ranchers who lost grazing land to the fires. However, fencing materials and monetary donations are still needed. If you would like to help, or perhaps need assistance, here is some contact information.

County Extension Agents overseeing the AgriLife supply points:

• J.R. Sprague in Lipscomb County at (806) 862-4601 (office) or (806) 202-5288 (cell)
• Mike Jeffcoat in Gray County at (806) 669-8033 (office) or (580) 467-0753 (cell)
• Andy Holloway in Hemphill County at (806) 323-9114 (office) or (325) 668-0466 (cell)

Donations can also be made through the Texas Department of Agriculture STAR Fund:

http://www.texasagriculture.gov/Home/ProductionAgriculture/DisasterAssistance/STARFund.aspx

The Texas and Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association is also helping assess fire damage. For more details about that effort and a way for producers to submit information to TSCRA, go here:

http://tscra.org/panhandle-wildfires/

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http://www.newschannel10.com/story/35017260/three-area-organizations-team-up-to-raise-wildfire-relief-funds

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The Amarillo Area Foundation, the Texas Cattle Feeders Association and the Working Ranch Cowboys Association are joining forces to raise funds for the ranchers impacted by the recent wildfires across the Panhandle.
They are asking residents to donate to the Amarillo Area Foundation's Disaster Relief Fund. The WRCA will then distribute those funds to the ranchers who need them.
"The ranching community has been hit hard," said WRCA Foundation President Gary Morton. "The effects of the fires for most of the families will be felt for years to come, and without a turn in the weather conditions the threat of further wildfires grows with each passing day. We are grateful to the Amarillo Area Foundation and Texas Cattle Feeders Association for their collaboration with the WRCA Foundation on this relief effort."
Fires across the Panhandle in March burned more than 520,000 acres of land, killed thousands of livestock and four people.
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Most ranchers do not have the insurance to cover loss in equipment and working resources, so the WRCF hopes the Wildfire Relief Fund can help them withstand the long-term effects the devastating wildfires left behind.
"The people of this area are no stranger to the devastation Mother Nature can bring, and it is truly encouraging to see our communities come together to take care of their friends and neighbors in this time of great need," said Jim Lovell, TCFA Chairman. "Many of our TCFA members have already contributed to this effort, but for any who may not yet have had the opportunity to give, I would like to encourage them to make a contribution to this important fund through the WRCA."
For more information on how to donate to the Wildfire Relief Fund, call 806-433-0526.

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