WEST ALLIS — Two West Allis bars are stepping up to help community members impacted by the recent historic flooding in southeast Wisconsin, collecting gift cards and pet supplies for those in need.

"My saying I always tell everybody is love big," owner of Eckbar, Mel LeBeau, said.

That's exactly what her community needs after many people were forced out of their homes as water filled their basements and apartments.

"The devastation of, 'Oh my God what are they going to do," LeBeau said.

The gift card collection effort aims to provide immediate assistance to flood victims while they wait for larger relief resources.

"The gift card idea was more of just, 'hey, let's put a smile on their face. Let's come together. And let's do even the littlest bit we can,'" LeBeau said.

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