Sunrise Fire Rescue Launches Supply Drive to Support Hurricane Melissa Relief Efforts

by Sharon Aron Baron October 31, 2025

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Hurricane Melissa {NOAA}

Sunrise Fire Rescue is stepping up to help neighbors in the Caribbean impacted by Major Hurricane Melissa by collecting essential supplies from now through Wednesday, November 5.

Residents are encouraged to drop off donations at any Sunrise Fire Rescue station to aid ongoing relief efforts. Requested items include non-perishable food, infant formula, diapers, toiletries, first-aid kits, tarps, tents, flashlights, batteries, and other critical supplies to help families rebuild and recover.

Needed Items:

Food and essentials: Non-perishable food, infant formula, diapers, and baby wipes
Health supplies: Toiletries, first-aid kits, washcloths, and bug spray
Camping supplies: Tarps, tents, sleeping bags, and outdoor gear
Lighting and power: Solar lights, flashlights, batteries, chargers, and generators
Clean-up supplies: Heavy-duty trash bags, work gloves, and cleaning sponges

Donation Drop-Off Locations:

10490 W. Oakland Park Blvd.
6800 Sunset Strip
8330 NW 27 Place
60 Weston Road
13721 NW 21 Street

Sunrise Fire Rescue officials thanked the community for its compassion and support during this critical time and reminded residents to remain alert during hurricane season.

For more information or storm preparedness resources, visit www.sunrisefl.gov/hurricane.

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