Meghan MarkleandPrince Harryare supporting the Southern California community amidrapidly spreading wildfiresravaging Los Angeles.
PEOPLE can confirm that the couple have opened their home to friends and loved ones forced to evacuate.
The couple live about 90 miles north of the Los Angeles area. Meghan, who is originally from Los Angeles, Prince Harry, and their children,Prince ArchieandPrincess Lilibet, reside in Montecito, a Santa Barbara enclave that has not been evacuated.
Prince Harry and Meghan Markle on July 18, 2022 in New York City.Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images
Michael M. Santiago/Getty Images
In addition to assisting their loved ones, they are also working with their Archewell Foundation to determine the most impactful ways to support the community during this crisis. The foundation is also looking for volunteer opportunities to assist with mental health recovery for those needing immediate help and will facilitate long-term recovery efforts.
Additionally, any donations through the foundation have been made to relief efforts.
The Sussex family is working with chefJosé Andrés' World Central Kitchen (alongstanding partnerof Prince Harry and Meghan’s charitable Archewell Foundation) to provide further relief efforts. Harry and Meghan also donated essential supplies, as well as clothing and children’s items.
Meghan Markle and Prince Harry in London, Friday, June 3, 2022.Getty
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On Thursday, Jan. 9,they issued a statement titled “Southern California Fires"on thesussex.comwebsite, proposing resources and ideas to those who want to help those impacted.
Palisades fire on Tuesday, Jan. 7.Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times via Getty
Brian van der Brug / Los Angeles Times via Getty
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Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 7, multiple wildfires have been ravaging across Los Angeles County, including the Palisades Fire in the Pacific Palisades and Malibu areas and the Eaton Fire in Pasadena and Altadena, both of which are 0% contained.
Los Angeles County Sheriff Robert Luna says the death toll from the L.A. fires is currently unknown, despite previous reports. At a press briefing on Thursday, Jan. 9, Luna said he was “not satisfied” with the preliminary information he received but noted that people “are doing their best” amid the difficult conditions.
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source: people.com
