The community of Burgos has shown its solidarity with those affected by the DANA, joining together in a series of initiatives to provide support to those who have lost their homes and possessions in the recent floods in Spain. Organisations, businesses and citizens have mobilised to donate essential products and set up collection points throughout the city.

Solidarity Initiatives in Burgos for the Victims of the DANA

Burgos' response has been immediate and significant, with several local organizations coordinating efforts to channel aid effectively. Donation collection points have multiplied, facilitating the collaboration of citizens who wish to contribute basic products to alleviate the urgent needs of those affected.

What Products to Donate?

Relief efforts in Burgos are calling for essential items to be distributed in the areas most affected by the floods. The products being collected include:

• Nonperishable food: preserves, rice, pasta, legumes, and other long-life products.
• Personal hygiene products: soap, gel, toothbrushes and toilet paper.
• Warm clothing and blankets: to provide warmth and protection to people who have lost their homes.
• First aid material: such as bandages and disinfectants, essential for communities in emergency situations.

Pick-up Points Throughout the City

In collaboration with several associations and community centres, Burgos has set up accessible collection points to facilitate donations. The community is invited to participate in this charitable cause, either by donating products or by spreading the word about the current needs. These collection points will be operational for several weeks to allow for increased collection of items.

The Importance of Solidarity in Times of Crisis

Community unity and support are essential in times of crisis like the current one. The initiatives in Burgos seek not only to provide material help, but also to send a message of hope and resilience to people who are going through difficulties. Every donation counts and contributes to strengthening the social fabric and the spirit of solidarity of the city.

How to Participate and Help

Citizens interested in collaborating can go to the collection points and bring the basic necessities that are being requested. In addition, they can coordinate with local organizations to receive more information about the specific needs of the communities affected by the DANA. Burgos once again demonstrates its commitment and ability to respond to adversity.

List of points and collaborations from Burgos to support those affected by DANA:

1. Red Cross Burgos: Channels have been set up for financial donations that will help those affected.
2. Burgos Provincial Council and Town Halls: They have asked the municipalities to collaborate by sending essential products to the communities and warehouses of Valdechoque.
3. Transregumiel (Regumiel of the Sierra): Transport company that has sent trucks with food and basic products, as well as machinery for cleaning work in the affected areas. They have also set up a collection point at their headquarters in Burgos.
4. Municipalities of the Province (for example, Salas de los Infantes): They collect non-perishable food and basic necessities in several municipalities in the region.
5. Arches of the Llana: Organize a collection campaign for clothing and non-perishable food that will continue for several days.
6. Quintanar de la Sierra and Bricopinares: United to collect and send materials and food to those affected.
7. City Hall of Burgos: Collection centres have been set up at the civic centres of Capiscol, San Agustín, Río Vena and, since Monday, also at San Juan.
8. Miranda of Ebro:The City Council is collecting food and hygiene items at the Municipal House of Culture to send them to the Valencian Federation of Municipalities and Provinces.
9. Happycats Burgos: Collect items for animal shelters in affected areas, such as carriers, beds, leashes, and pet food.
10. Bar Babieca and Bar El PalcoThey are collecting materials and food to send directly to Valencia.
11. Caritas Burgos: Facilitates monetary donations through various bank accounts to support Caritas in Valencia and Albacete.
12. IberCaja Foundation: A Bizum channel has been enabled to collaborate directly with the Red Cross.
13. ASPY: Collecting donations in its branches in Burgos and other cities until November 8.
14. ASPANIAS and AEPV (Villalonquéjar Industrial Estate Business Association): They are organizing a collection of basic necessities to send to those affected.