IRVINE, Calif., Aug. 06, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- In response to recent wildfires in California and Oregon, Verizon is supporting relief and recovery efforts in communities that have been hardest hit by the fires. To support local firefighter needs during the current Lake Fire crisis near Santa Barbara, Verizon has donated $5,000 to the Santa Barbara Firefighters Alliance. Verizon has contributed $5,000 to the American Red Cross Gold Country Region to support relief and recovery efforts for Northern California wildfires including the Park Fire near Chico, California. And in Oregon, where multiple wildfires have burned thousands of acres across the state, Verizon has donated $5,000 to the Oregon Community Foundation. "Our hearts go out to the families, first responders and businesses impacted by the wildfires in California and Oregon," said Steven Keller, Pacific Market President for Verizon. "Verizon is committed to supporting communities in crisis, and understands that during emergencies, this assistance is crucial. We hope our contributions will aid in the response and ...