PRESS RELEASE
Salvation Army Responds to SE Minnesota Floods
Phone banks set for 5 p.m., 6 p.m. on WCCO TV
ROSEVILLE, MN – August 20, 2007 – Three Salvation Army emergency disaster service vehicles (canteens) and personnel have been deployed to southeastern Minnesota after heavy rains swelled rivers and washed away homes and roads. At least six people have been killed as a result of the floods and several areas had to be evacuated.
Salvation Army mobile kitchens are located in Winona, Houston and Fillmore counties. Personnel are serving approximately 200 – 300 meals at each location to National Guard troops, emergency responders and flood survivors. In addition, The Salvation Army is addressing needs and providing clean up supplies to residents who were able to return to their homes. On Sunday morning members of the local Salvation Army church went door to door to assist residents with the clean up effort.
The Salvation Army is working with state and local officials and stands ready to offer additional aid as needed. While Salvation Army emergency disaster services personnel respond to this tragedy, additional personnel remain on the scene of the I-35W bridge collapse to serve meals and provide comfort to recovery workers.
Last night WCCO TV held a phone bank that raised $15,000 for The Salvation Army. The station will hold additional phone banks tonight during its newscasts at 5 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Those affected by the flooding in southern Minnesota may call 1-800-721-4202 for assistance.
Donations can be made by clicking here or by mailing a check marked “Minnesota Flooding” to 2445 Prior Ave, Roseville, MN 55113.
