Local Fire Departments Collecting Goods for Sandy Victims

The Chews Landing, Erial and Lambs Terrace fire departments are seeking the public's help getting much-needed food, clothing, and supplies to the victims of last week's Superstorm Sandy.

Erial Fire Department and Lambs Terrace Fire Co. are working together as part of a countywide effort to collect items for Sandy victims. That effort has already resulted in a shipment to support 200 displaced North Jersey residents who are currently staying in motels in North Wildwood, according to Erial firefighter Steve Schwegel.

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Supplies for Sandy victims can be dropped off at the Lambs Terrace Fire Co. station house, at 1781 Sicklerville Road, 24 hours a day.

Chews Landing Fire Department is also collecting good to aid Sandy victims. Donations can be dropped off at the Chews Landing station house, at 43 Somerdale Road, from 6 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, call 856-227-5907.

Among some of the more pressing needs for Sandy victims are blankets, jackets and coats, bleach and cleaning supplies, flashlights, batteries, non-perishable food items and gift cards for grocery stores, Schwegel said.