PRESS RELEASE
Salvation Army Responds Oklahoma, Arkansas Ice Storms
January 28, 2009 – Yesterday a state of emergency was issued for all of Oklahoma’s 77 counties as the state and northern Arkansas were hit with severe ice storms with more on the way. It’s expected many counties in Arkansas will soon declare emergency status, reported Major Richard Watts, in charge of The Salvation Army’s work in northwestern Arkansas.
Salvation Army personnel are working with state emergency management officials and other agencies to coordinate services and provide ongoing assistance to residents in both Arkansas and Oklahoma. Emergency shelters have been prepared and stocked with food. Mobile feeding units (canteens) are providing relief as requests for services are received. Many areas are projected to be without power for days, if not weeks.
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.
