How Can You Help the Victims of the San Bruno Fire

A gas line explosion around 6:30 p.m. last night in San Bruno led to a fire killing .

Do you have family or friends affected by the disaster? Help local victims with donations.

The Red Cross is asking for monetary donations.  You can go th the Red Cross web site to make a donation or send a check. Checks can be made out to the American Red Cross and designated for the Glenview neighborhood fire.

Blood Centers of the Pacific (BCP) – the blood bank that provides blood to the hospitals treating those injured in the fire – is reporting steady supplies of blood being provided to those hospitals, as well as the others it serves.

Due to an overwhelming response from those wanting to give blood, BCP is urging people to postpone their blood donations until next week or the week after.  It is essential that the blood currently being used be replenished in the coming weeks. 

"BCP centers and blood drives are currently reporting long wait times," said Lisa Bloch, spokesperson for BCP.  "The burn victims have a number of operations in their future and will continue to need blood for each procedure."

To schedule an appointment, call 888-393-GIVE (4483) or visit www.bloodcenters.org

Disaster can strike anywhere at any time.  The Benicia Fire Department has information available to help you prepare for an emergency. 

Bay City News contributed to this report.