State Sen. Michael McLachlan, a Republican elected to a third term in office this week, will be collecting donated items for Superstorm Sandy victims today until 5 p.m. at the corner of Main Street and Kennedy Avenue in downtown Danbury.
Items that can be donated include:
- Non-perishable food
- Water
- Blankets
- New socks and underwear
- Cleaning supplies
- Feminine products
- Diapers and baby wipes
- Soap and shampoo
- Toothbrushes and toothpaste
- Toilet paper and paper towels
- Flashlights and batteries
- Matches and candles
McLachlan with have U-Haul trucks at the donation site to pack with the donated items, which will be distributed to areas in the region where the materials are the most needed.
