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Aurora’s Hurricane Harvey donation drive: Here’s where, when to donate

Hurricane Harvey absolutely devastated a swath of Texas. Some areas received more than 50 inches of rain during Harvey, leaving some cities completely underwater.

But back home in Colorado, Aurora is offering a helping hand, organizing a drive to aid victims of the natural disaster.

The city is opening donation locations across the community starting Friday in an effort to collect specific items identified by Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner as being most needed in the wake of the hurricane.

“Too often when we see images of disasters like the recent hurricanes, we are left with a sense of helplessness, wanting to do something to help, but unsure of how to do it,” Aurora Mayor Steve Hogan said in a statement. “When we heard from Mayor Turner that there were specific needs that we could address, I challenged our city to respond, and I’m grateful to see a tangible, compassionate and impactful way for the people of Aurora to reach out to our neighbors.”

The city said it will partner with Buehler Cos. of Aurora for local transportation, warehousing and long-haul trucking of donations.

Aurora is accepting donations of toiletries (personal hygiene items), cleaning supplies and diapers. No other donations will be accepted, including monetary.

Drop off those donations between 10 a.m. and 6 p.m., Friday and Saturday, at the following locations:



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