Check out the latest update on how we are serving communities affected by severe floods and tornadoes in Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Tennessee.
Video: Spring Floods and Tornadoes
May 12, 2010
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Video: Assisting the Southern States
May 7, 2010Many states across the southern U.S. have suffered damage brought on by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding. Check out how your Red Cross is helping those affected – by the numbers.
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Press Release: American Red Cross Responds to Historic Southern Floods
May 4, 2010
People can send a $10 donation to help those affected by disasters across the country by texting ‘REDCROSS’ to 90999
WASHINGTON, Monday, May 3, 2010—The American Red Cross has opened more than two dozen shelters in response to a powerful weather system that generated tornadoes and caused severe flooding across the South.
As of Monday morning, the Red Cross and its partners had 28 shelters open across the South, including Mississippi, Kentucky and Tennessee. Tennessee was particularly hard hit, with some areas in the state receiving as much as a foot of rain, leading to numerous road closures and forcing evacuations. Nearly 1,000 Tennesseans stayed at a shelter on Sunday night.
“We’re just at the beginning of this relief operation, and until the water begins to recede we won’t know just how much damage has occurred,” said Joe Becker, senior vice president of disaster services at the Red Cross. “Right now we’re focused on providing meals and a safe place to stay, but the Red Cross will be there for the long haul to help people get back on their feet.”
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Disaster Alert: Flooding in Tennessee and Kentucky
May 4, 2010Disaster Alert
Tennessee – Residents continue to be impacted by flooding throughout the state that closed roads and has left thousands of people without power since Saturday. Multiple fatalities reported.
American Red Cross managed shelters were open for hundreds of evacuees and provided Mass Care to affected area residents.
All TN chapters not impacted are supporting Regional chapters.
- Mid-South Chapter
- Clarksville-Montgomery County Chapter
- Williamson County Chapter
- Nashville Area Chapter
- Jackson Area Chapter
- Heart of Tennessee Chapter
Kentucky – Flooding continued to affect residents in multiple counties throughout the state since Sunday.
American Red Cross managed shelters were open for evacuees and assisted affected area residents as needed.
All Kentucky Chapters not impacted are supporting the response.
- Louisville Area Regional Chapter
- Barron County Chapter
- South Central KY Chapter
- Franklin County Chapter
- Mid West KY Chapter
- Nelson County Chapter
- ARC of the Lakeland Area
- Bluegrass Area Regional Chapter
- Lake Cumberland Area Chapter
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Disaster Update: Winter Wallop Storm
December 21, 2009Disaster Update
Massachusetts – The Winter Wallop Storm caused heavy snow accumulation throughout the state with the Boston Region most heavily affected on late Saturday thru Sunday. The Cape Cod and Islands Chapter deployed Disaster Action Team (DAT), supported 4 shelters and staffed Regional County Emergency Operations Center. The shelters closed on 4pm Sunday.
Washington, DC and Virginia – The Winter Wallop Storm that dumped as much as 2 feet of snow or more throughout the region on Saturday closed airports and roads, stranded thousands of travelers, and caused power outages that prompted the evacuation of local residents. A State of Emergency is in effect for both states and a DC Snow Emergency has been declared.
The Mountain Empire Chapter deployed a DAT, opened 2 shelters and supported 10 others for hundreds of overnight travelers and affected-area residents.
The Greater Richmond Chapter provided material support to the Mountain Empire Chapter and staffed State EOC.
The ARC of the National Capital Region Chapter staffed the City EOC, provided a shelter trailer and Mass Care (MC) to support liaisons required to shelter in place, and provided MC to stranded travelers at bus stations and airports.
Maryland and Delaware – The Winter Wallop Storm that dumped as much as 2 feet of snow or more throughout the region on Saturday closed airports and roads, stranded thousands of travelers.
Central Maryland Chapter staffed the State EOC.
DelMarVa Chapter staffed the Kent County EOC
Southern Maryland Chapter provided 35 cots and some blankets for use by snow plow drivers
All Community Chapters were in contact with EMA / Mass Care Primaries as needed.
West Virginia – The Winter Wallop Storm hit the state with up to 30 inches of snow, left thousands of local residents without power and stranded hundreds of travelers on Friday and Saturday.
The Central West Virginia Chapter deployed DAT, opened 4 shelters, supported 5 others, provided MC, and staffed the state EOC
The Greenbrier Valley Chapter deployed DAT, opened a shelter, placed another one on standby and provided MC for scores of stranded travelers.
The Fayette – Nicholas Chapter deployed DAT and provided support services to 8 shelters.
The Mid – Ohio Valley Chapter deployed DAT and opened 3 shelters for affected-area residents.
Kentucky – The Winter Wallop Storm caused power outages to over 100,000 residents in several counties throughout the state on Saturday. Governor declared a State of Emergency.
The Mid-East Kentucky Chapter deployed DAT, opened 2 shelters and provided assistance to local residents.
The Big Sandy Area Chapter deployed DAT, opened 14 shelters and provided MC to shelter residents.
The Daniel Boone Chapter deployed DAT and opened a shelter for residents in the affected area
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Disaster Alert: Tornado in Kentucky
October 13, 2009Disaster Alert
Kentucky – A tornado touched down in Casey County on Friday and damaged dozens of homes and prompted the evacuation of residents. The Central Kentucky chapter opened a shelter and provided food and water services for the evacuees and emergency responders.
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Disaster Alert: Flooding in Kentucky and Indiana
August 5, 2009Disaster Alert
Kentucky /Indiana – A severe storm front brought low level flooding and flash flooding to Clark and Jefferson Counties. Many apartment buildings had inches of water in the first floor throughout the day affecting many families. The floods also caused sewer backups, street flooding and power outages. The State Emergency Operating Center was activated.
Chapters opened two shelters and fed residents. They are in contact with the local county Emergency Management Centers and are prepared to do Disaster Assessment when conditions permit.
Chapters Responding:
Louisville Area Chapter, Louisville, KY(Regional)
Clark County Chapter, Jeffersonville, IN
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Disaster Alert: Flash Flooding in Kentucky
June 17, 2009Disaster Alert
Kentucky - Flash flooding damaged dozens of homes and affected hundreds of others when a storm hit Pikes County on Friday. A deployed Disaster Action Team helped victims determine their emergency needs.
Chapters Responding:
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Disaster Alert – Tornado
March 30, 2009Disaster Alert
Kentucky – A tornado that touched down in Henderson county caused power outages and damaged homes on Saturday. Another tornado touched down in Carydon, affecting several homes. A Disaster Action Team was deployed, an Emergency Response Vehicle was deployed, shelters were opened and meals were provided.
Chapters responding
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Winter Storms: Shelter Update
February 10, 2009
Numbers are changing throughout the day as communications are restored and better numbers are called in. As ice melts people are able to leave their homes and go to a warming center or a place for a hot meal.
- Total American Red Cross Managed and Partner shelters: 7
- Total population of American Red Cross Managed and Partner shelters: 210
Please see the breakdown below.
Kentucky 01/09 Ice Storms
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 7
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 210
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