The Salvation Army Responds To Severe Flooding in Upper Michigan
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The Salvation Army Responds To Severe Flooding in Upper Michigan
WAUWATOSA, WISCONSIN – On the evening of Monday, August 20th, 2018 the western side of Dane County, Wisconsin experienced significant rainfall totals, resulting in flash flooding and ongoing flooding. Water rescues occurred in Mazomanie, Wisconsin. Multiple water rescue teams are working to get people stranded in homes and other buildings into shelter.
Temporary shelters are located at 410 Cramer Street, Mazomanie, Wisconsin (Saint Barnabas Church) and 711 West Hudson Street, Mazomanie, WI (Mazomanie Fire Station). Animal shelter 314 Ann Street, Mazomanie, Wisconsin (no additional resources needed at this time)
The Salvation Army assisted in Madison and Middeton providing meals and hydration after heavy rainfalls caused flooding and severe road damage.
HOW TO HELP:
Visit www.salvationarmywi.org
Additional updates will be provided as more information becomes available.
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About The Salvation Army:
The Salvation Army, an evangelical part of the universal Christian church, has been supporting those in need in His name without discrimination since 1865. Nearly 33 million Americans receive assistance from The Salvation Army each year through the broadest array of social services that range from providing food for the hungry, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, outreach to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless and opportunities for underprivileged children. The Salvation Army tracks the level of need across the country with the Human Needs Index (Human NeedsIndex.org).