PRESS RELEASE
Salvation Army Feeding in Remote Texas Areas Affected by Ike
September 30, 2008 – The Salvation Army is continuing emergency disaster relief services in Texas’ Golden Triangle and is focusing relief efforts in hurricane-affected remote regions. Many areas outside the larger city limits have been completely devastated and are still without power and basic services. On Sunday alone, Salvation Army volunteers served 3,251 meals, 6,337 snacks and 4,586 drinks as well as providing emotional and spiritual care to 356 people.
“The severity of the devastation in the remote regions of the area is horrendous,” said Captain Chad Williams, incident commander. “People have lost everything and are in dire need of assistance. The Salvation Army will continue to be there helping residents recover by meeting their needs both physically and spiritually.”
Salvation Army mobile feeding units (canteens) continue to provide food, water and ice water to remote areas, including High Island, Sabine Pass, West Orange and Bridge City.
The Salvation Army serves in more than 100 countries and provides both immediate emergency assistance and long-term recovery help in the event of any disaster. Funds for The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services come from corporate and private donations given specifically for disaster relief. To volunteer with The Salvation Army or to make a credit card donation, call 651-746-3400 or 1-800-SAL-ARMY. Checks made out to The Salvation Army may be sent to 2445 Prior Ave., Roseville, MN 55113. Click below to make an online donation.
