THE SALVATION ARMY RESPONDS TO CALEDONIA, MISSISSIPPI TORNADO
Columbus, Miss. - In the afternoon hours of January 10, 2008, a strong line of storms moved across Mississippi, spawning tornadoes and damaging winds. The Salvation Army of Columbus has dispatched a mobile feeding unit to Caledonia, Mississippi, to provide assistance and warm meals to those affected by a tornado that damaged homes and the High School, as well as support to First responders in the area.
Captain Bert Lind of The Salvation Army, said "We are prepared to offer hydration, snacks, and warm meals, as well as emotional and spiritual care to victims and families affected by today's storms for as long as the need exists."
"Our heart goes out to those affected by today's tornadoes. The Salvation Army has responded to the area and will provide whatever relief we can to those who have been touched by this disaster," said Captain Bert Lind of The Salvation Army. The Salvation Army stands ready to serve. Our practical response will also be under girded by our prayer support for the victims of these tornados."Mobile feeding units from Jackson, Mississippi and Tuscaloosa, Alabama have been placed on alert for possible support of Salvation Army operations in Caledonia.
"We are in communication with Emergency operations centers across Mississippi, offering our assistance to areas affected by the storms," said Bill Feist, Emergency Disaster Services Director for The Salvation Army.
Columbus, Miss. - In the afternoon hours of January 10, 2008, a strong line of storms moved across Mississippi, spawning tornadoes and damaging winds. The Salvation Army of Columbus has dispatched a mobile feeding unit to Caledonia, Mississippi, to provide assistance and warm meals to those affected by a tornado that damaged homes and the High School, as well as support to First responders in the area.
Captain Bert Lind of The Salvation Army, said "We are prepared to offer hydration, snacks, and warm meals, as well as emotional and spiritual care to victims and families affected by today's storms for as long as the need exists."
"Our heart goes out to those affected by today's tornadoes. The Salvation Army has responded to the area and will provide whatever relief we can to those who have been touched by this disaster," said Captain Bert Lind of The Salvation Army. The Salvation Army stands ready to serve. Our practical response will also be under girded by our prayer support for the victims of these tornados."Mobile feeding units from Jackson, Mississippi and Tuscaloosa, Alabama have been placed on alert for possible support of Salvation Army operations in Caledonia.
"We are in communication with Emergency operations centers across Mississippi, offering our assistance to areas affected by the storms," said Bill Feist, Emergency Disaster Services Director for The Salvation Army.
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