GEORGETOWN, De. - Thousands lined up today in Georgetown for some much needed food relief.
Skycam 16 flew high above Sussex Central High School this morning for a sight we have never seen before. The cars, lined up by the hundreds.
In the pouring rain, volunteers filled cars with canned goods, milk, produce, and other items to stock the fridges and pantries of around 2,500 households according to the Delaware food bank.
Erskine Creekmore told WBOC he was surprised by the amount of cars in line.
"I think it's really helpful. You don't realize how many people out here really need help," he said as he waited in line.
The National Guard was on hand to help fill the cars in line with groceries. For Sergeant First Class Annette Wright, this food drive is special.
"Because I'm from Sussex county, we're giving back to Sussex county, and I like to see all the people coming out and helping out wherever we can," explained Wright. "They're so appreciative - 'oh thank you, thank you for all you do.' and we love it."
Cars lined up for hours just to get some much needed food. The earliest car in line was there before 7:30 in the morning, before organizers were even set up.
For some, like Robert from Georgetown, this is the safest option to get groceries during this pandemic.
"My wife and I are senior citizens, so we really need the help at this time," he told us.
Kim Turner, Communications Director for the Delaware Food Bank, says that these events help relieve some of the stress COVID-19 has caused Delawareans.
"A lot of people essentially went from having a job to not having a job overnight, and there are a lot of people are worried about how they will pay their bills, where their next meal will come from," said Turner.
This is the last food drive in Delaware for the month of April, but if you are in need of food assistance, you can dial 2-1-1, the Delaware Helpline. They will refer you to food resources that can assist those in need.