RUIDOSO, N.M. — This article will continue to be updated as we learn of new resources.
Donations:
United Way of Lea County
Location:
United Way of Lea County, 320 N Shipp St. St B, Hobbs, New Mexico
Wednesday, June 19, 9 AM-5pm
Supplies Needed:
Blankets, pillows, towels, toiletries.
Books, games, puzzles, activities for children.
Pet supplies, sleeping bags/blow up mattresses, hygiene kits.
Lea County Sherrif's Office posted these locations for donations:
Lea County will be accepting cases of water and non-perishable items at the following Lea County facilities:
Lea County Event Center
5101 N. Lovington Hwy | Hobbs, NM
8am to 5pm (Closed 6/19)
Contact: Rosie at 575.391.2901
Lea County Fairgrounds
101 S. Commercial | Lovington, NM
8am to 5pm (Closed 6/19)
Contact: Wyatt at 575.333.0252
This statement was posted with the donation site locations list on the Our Lea County Facebook page:
"For after hours, please contact the number listed under the facility you are wishing to make a donation to. Lea County will load all donated materials and deliver. We thank each and every person who has reached out to see how they can help. Lea County is blessed to have wonderful and caring citizens. Please continue to pray for the people of Ruidoso and surrounding areas affected by the fire."
For Updates and Information:
1-833-663-4736 can be dialed for updates.
Online, dhsem.nm.gov/nmwildfires
If you are having difficulty locating a missing loved one, Red Cross has provided this phone number for help, 1-800-733-2767.
