CLARKSVILLE, Tenn. (CLARKSVILLENOW) – The Tennessee Region of the American Red Cross is helping people affected by the severe storms and tornadoes that ripped through several counties in Tennessee last weekend.
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Immediately following the weekend storms, the Red Cross mobilized emergency response vehicles, assessing damage, handing out snacks and meals and assisting first responders. So far, the Red Cross has provided over 2,800 items such as water, tarps and clean up kits and distributed nearly 3,000 and meals and snacks. These services have been provided by 60 Red Cross volunteers.
The American Red Cross is encouraging people interested in volunteering in the community to visit www.redcross.org/volunteer to begin the volunteer application process. Volunteers train year-round so when disasters like the weekend tornadoes hit, they are prepared to respond as needed.
“From serving meals to ensuring disaster victims have a roof over their heads, volunteers are the backbone of our organization, providing relief at a moments notice.” said Katy Hagstrom, American Red Cross of Tennessee River Executive Director. “It is through the time and care of people in our community we are able to serve when disaster strikes.”
The Tennessee River Chapter of the American Red Cross serves Montgomery, Stewart, Houston, Dickson, Humphreys, Hickman, Perry, Lewis, Maury, Wayne, Lawrence, Campbell & Giles Counties.