A yearly tradition during the holidays in South Florida took place Wednesday with CAMACOL’s annual holiday food basket giveaway.
People lined up for hours before the 7 a.m. giveaway started at the Latin Chamber of Commerce of the USA’s building in the 1400 block of West Flagler Street.
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WATCH HEREThe food baskets had pantry staples like coffee, bread, rice, pasta and canned goods. Most people can also get beef and pork.
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“I feel thankful, very very very thankful," said one participant.
Organizers said while they have been able to distribute thousands of baskets in the past, this year they are only able to give away up to 700.
