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NEWS RELEASE
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Contact:
Kimberly George, Director of Marketing
423-503-1801
Date: September 17, 2009
Flooding Brings Chattanooga Agencies Together for Emergency Sheltering
Chattanooga, TN – September 17, 2008 – Due to extensive flooding overnight in East Ridge and Red Bank, The Greater Chattanooga Area American Red Cross opened and operated two shelters housing 39 individuals who were displaced. At 9:30AM today, Hamilton County Emergency Management, Chattanooga Fire Department, The American Red Cross and The Salvation Army met to coordinate plans for today and the days to follow to best take care of the flood victims.
The Red Cross has combined its two shelters and will be serving all flood clients at the Brainerd Recreation Center. This is now the only shelter in operation. The Salvation Army Van will shuttle victims to The Salvation Army Family Stores at 11:00, 1:00 and 3:00 to obtain additional clothing and shoes as needed.
A joint news conference will be held today at 3:00 at the Brainerd Recreation Center to give additional updates. Hamilton County Emergency Management, The Red Cross, and The Salvation Army will be on hand to answer any questions.
All services are made possible through the generous donation from our community. Monetary donations can be mailed to The Salvation Army, 822 McCallie Ave, Chattanooga, TN, 37403 or The American Red Cross, 801 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37403. Checks should be marked for "Chattanooga Flood Relief." Donations can also be made online at www.CSArmy.org and www.ChattanoogaRedCross.org/donate
For more information please contact Kimberly George at 423-503-1801 or kimberly_george@uss.salvationarmy.org
Photos: Flood Relief in the Greater Chattanooga Area – September 2009
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