Big Y Partners with Red Cross Relief Campaign in Response to California Wildfires

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SPRINGFIELD, Mass. Big Y is partnering with the American Red Cross to raise donations for those affected by the California Wildfires. 
 
Now through Friday, Jan. 31st, Big Y customers and employees will have the opportunity to donate to American Red Cross Disaster Relief at all Big Y supermarket locations throughout Massachusetts and Connecticut.
 
Donation containers for cash donations will be available at all Big Y registers, with the ability to donate with credit or debit at the register, via the myExpress Checkout app or https://bit.ly/BigYCaliforniaWildfiresSupport.
 
"The American Red Cross is focused on making sure everyone has a safe place to stay, and no one faces this heartbreaking crisis alone," said Holly Grant, Chief Executive Officer, American Red Cross Massachusetts Region. “The Red Cross is working closely with our partners to provide safe shelter, food, emotional support and other critical services to those in need."
 
According to President and CEO Michael P. D'Amour, "For years, our Big Y customers and employees have come together to support those in need through the Red Cross. Currently, their kindness and ongoing contributions are making a meaningful difference in the lives of families affected by these wildfires. We are deeply thankful for everyone's generosity and commitment to helping those facing this devastation."
 
The funds raised through this campaign will support people in the communities affected by these fires.

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Lenox Fire Douses Garage Blaze, Cause Under Investigation

By Sabrina DammsiBerkshires Staff
LENOX, Mass. — Firefighters made swift work of a garage fire that could have turned into a conflagration on Friday morning. 
 
The report of smoke in the area of 5 Crystal St. came in at 10:51 a.m. According scanner reports, the owner alerted authorities that the fire was in a garage behind the home and at least 20 gallons of waste oil was on the premises. 
 
Fire Chief Chris O'Brien said the fire was brought under control and extinguished within 30 minutes. 
 
The windy conditions didn't hamper firefighters' efforts.
 
"We didn’t run into any trouble — we are experiencing oil in the runoff," said O'Brien. "I just got off phone with MassDEP, they are on their way."
 
Waste oil is highly flammable and can produce toxic fumes. Reportedly, some vehicle work had been done in the garage. 
 
The cause of the blaze is being investigated and the state Department of Environmental Protection will be assessing the runoff. 
 
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