Flood Response Fund Launched In San Diego County

SAN DIEGO, CA — San Diego County residents who want to help community members impacted by this week's historic storm can now donate to a new fund.

The county worked with the San Diego Foundation to set up the San Diego Flood Response Fund to help people impacted by the unprecedented flooding in the region.

"This week's 100-year flood left many residents without homes, clothing or food," said Mark Stuart, president and CEO of San Diego Foundation.

"San Diegans care about each other. In times of great need, they step up to give a hand to their neighbors and their community," Stuart added. "We urge all San Diegans to donate so we can quickly get funds to the nonprofit organizations helping those with urgent needs."

Donations will go to nonprofits helping flood victims. The San Diego Foundation will match donations up to $100,000, according to the organization.

The city and county of San Diego, along with Gov. Gavin Newsom, declared a state of emergency after this week's storm.

The National Weather Service reported that Monday was the fourth wettest day recorded in San Diego since 1850. The heavy and widespread rain caused millions of dollars of damage, damaged hundreds of homes, flooded streets and roadways, and created mudslides and erosion.

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