Topic: Disaster Relief and Recovery
Posted on 10/1/2018
Hearst’s ABC affiliate WISN-TV Milwaukee raised $90,000 for hurricane relief efforts during a helpline held September 18 in partnership with the American Red Cross of Wisconsin. The money raised through this helpline will assist the Red Cross in providing shelter, food, supplies, and other forms of support.
“Our hearts go out to everyone impacted by Hurricane Florence. We’re all overcome with sadness to see the destruction that this has caused, yet deeply moved by the kindness displayed by our viewers,” said President and General Manager Jan Wade. “As the storms pass and the rebuilding begins, efforts like this helpline will empower Red Cross in their important mission.”
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