PRESS RELEASE
Salvation Army Responds to Severe Flooding in Washington
January 8, 2009 – The Salvation Army continues to provide flood relief in Lewis, Pierce, Snohomish, Grays Harbor and Clallam counties in the state of Washington. While affected homes are being evacuated, rain continues to fall, and more is expected in the next 48 hours which could lead to more damage and evacuations.
The Salvation Army is providing clean-up kits including mops, brooms, gloves and other cleaning supplies and products in all affected counties. Lewis County residents are still racing to clear snow-covered roofs to prepare for heavy rainfall. The Salvation Army corps (church) in Centralia and camp in Eatonville remain on stand-by to serve as shelters. Emergency disaster services teams and mobile feeding units (canteens) are prepared to provide fresh water, meals and other necessities when needed.
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.
