SCC Responds to Disasters in Alabama and Missouri
Posted by SCC on Thursday, June 23rd, 2011.SCC-Sonoran Desert currently has a crew deployed to Alabama for response to the tornados there and has a crew ready to deploy on Monday to Joplin, MO for response to the tragic tornados that struck there.
We will have more to report as crews return. Here is the latest information from the Corporation for National and Community Service, which is coordinating the disaster response.
“On May 22, the nation’s deadliest tornado in more than 60 years struck Joplin, Missouri. Within hours, AmeriCorps members were on the ground, setting up a missing persons hotline and aiding in search and rescue.
One month later, AmeriCorps members have provided critical support – clearing debris, collecting donations, repairing homes, and helping manage more than 32,000 volunteers who have provided 190,000 hours of service.
This National Service Count on Us: Joplin video shows the vital support AmeriCorps is providing to help the people of Joplin recover and rebuild.
We encourage you to watch the video, share it, and let others know how national service is providing essential disaster services in Joplin and other communities across the country.”
