Food banks, already struggling with high demand, are bracing themselves for an onslaught once emergency food stamps wind down: 'This is really, really going to hurt some of the most vulnerable populations'

• The pandemic-era emergency allotment of SNAP is ending — affecting consumers, stores, the economy, and food banks.
• Insider talked to people from three food banks to see what they're expecting.
• Food banks are bracing for an onslaught amidst reduced resources and high prices.

Natalie Caples is bracing for a "firestorm."

Caples is the co-CEO of Central California Food Bank, which serves five counties: Madera, Fresno, Kings, and Tulare, as well Kern County through a partner organization. The food bank works with over 200 member partner organizations, such as schools.