Help Hurricane Dorian Survivors in the Bahamas by Making Donations
Hurricane Dorian devastated the northern Bahamas. The Catagory 5 hurricane stalled over the Abaco Islands and Grand Bahamas Island for two days. The winds were destructive, and they experienced relentless flooding, which has likely destroyed more than 10,000 homes. It has also wiped out much of the infrastructure, especially in the Abacos.
We were fortunate here in South Florida. We could have experienced much of the same devasting damage. The Bahamas generates much of its income from tourism, and Hurrican Dorian had a significant impact on their primary source. It’s time to step up and help in any way you can. Below you will find a list of items needed.
International Van Lines
International Van Lines will be taking care of collecting and shipping donations to the Bahamas. IVL is a lisenced freight forwarder and will be working directly with Tropical Shipping to insure all donations make it to their destination promptly.
NEMA- Approved Donated Food and Supplies List
| Items | Comment |
|---|---|
| Ready-To-Eat Meals | |
| Tents | |
| Cots | Adult Size |
| Hygiene Kits | Pampers (all sizes), baby wipes, sanitary napkins, deodorant, toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, toilet paper, adult diapers, hand sanitizer |
| Bottled Water | Cases |
| Non-Perishable Food Items | Canned fish, canned meats, canned pureed veg, peanut butter, jars of baby food, powdered milk, baby formula |
| Disposable Cutlery | Pre-packed cutlery, cups, plates |
| Water Bladders | Size: 2,500 gallons |
| Reusable Water Containers | Size: 3 gallons |
| First Aid Items | Sterile bandages/gauze (all sizes), tape |
| Portable Generators | 15KW – 25KW |
| Chain Saws | |
| Plastic Tarpaulin | |
| Debris Removal Tools | Shovels, rakes, axes, wheel barrows |
| Portable Single and Double Burner Stoves | |
| Portable Outdoor Lamps/Lights | Battery operated |
| Water Purification Kits | Brita water filters and purification tablets |
| Flashlights | Wind-up and battery operated |
| Blankets and Towels | |
| Insect Repellents | Spray, bracelets |
| Portable Radios | Wind-up and battery operated |
| Batteries | D Cell, AA |
| Portable Bathroom | |
| Cleaning Supplies | Bleach, brooms, mops, pinesol, garbage bags |
| Life Jackets and Ponchos | Adult and child size |
DROP-OFF LOCATION FOR FOOD AND SUPPLIES (Coral Springs)
International Van Lines, Inc.
3957 NW 126th Ave.
Coral Springs, Fl 33065
954-510-4483
cs@internationalvanlines.com
Hours: Mon-Friday 9am – 6pm
ADDITIONAL DROP-OFF LOCATIONS
Miami-Dade County Main Library – Miami Dade
Hours: Accepting donations Monday – Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
101 W. Flagler St.
Miami, FL 33130
(305) 375-2665
Stephen P. Clark Center – Miami Dade
Hours: Accepting donations Monday – Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
111 NW First St., Miami.
Miami, FL 33128
Joseph Caleb Center – Miami Dade
Hours: Accepting donations Monday – Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
5400 NW 22 Ave.
Miami, FL 33142
Office of Emergency Management Warehouse – Miami Dade
Hours: Accepting donations Monday – Saturday from 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
8008 NW 14 St.
Doral, FL 33126
Tropical Shipping Cargo Receiving Location –Miami
Tropical Shipping
Hours: M – F, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
9505 NW 108th Avenue
Medley, FL 33178
(561) 881-3951
Tropical Shipping Cargo Receiving Location – West Palm Beach
Hours: M – F, 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
1489 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
Riviera Beach, Florida 33404
(561) 881-3951