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Urgent relief for Family, home lost in Sinkhole
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Hi, my name is Mark and I'm raising funds for my Aunt Cindy and cousin Tina, who lost nearly everything in a sinkhole event in Santa Maria, CA on Januarty 9th. The floodwaters rushed into the house during dinner, causing extensive damage. 20 homes needed evacuation by the fire department.
Here is a news article about the event
The total damages are estimated to be as much as $150k, as of now insurance will do nothing as flood insurance is next to unattainable in the area. The community is trying to hold the State of California liable, which may come to fruition but we will not know for some time.
While that is on hold I hope we can provide them with some assistance for living and salvaging what belongings they can from their home. Here's a photo my Aunt sent me this morning, after the water has receaded.
Thank you for considering your donation, any help will be greatly appreciated.
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[ Tina and I in 2019 at Kaboo Del Mar ]
Organizer and beneficiary
Mark Schiavoni
Organizer
Sag Harbor, NY
Cindy Green
Beneficiary