TEXAS — Multiple aid organizations are responding to the catastrophic flooding in the Texas Hill Country this week.
The Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country is launching the Texas Hill Country Flood Relief Fund to support communities impacted by the flooding in its 10-county service area. The foundation, a nonprofit based in Kerrville, raised $150 million last year for Texans impacted by the deadly flooding during the Fourth of July weekend.
In a post on Facebook, the foundation said, “One year ago, people from across Texas and around the world stood with Kerr County. Today, we have the opportunity to stand with our Hill Country neighbors.”
To donate, head to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country’s website.
World Central Kitchen, a nonprofit organization started by chef José Andrés, announced Wednesday that it is en route to the Texas Hill Country to help communities under a flash flood emergency.
In a news release, the organization said its relief team is mobilizing to “make sure first responders and impacted families have the food and water they need.”
“This is not the first time our teams have responded in Hill Country. One year ago, WCK served meals to first responders and families after flooding sent the Guadalupe River to its second-highest level on record. We know these communities—and we are on our way,” the release said.
On Wednesday, The Salvation Army Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) said it was actively monitoring and responding to the “life-threatening flash flooding impacting communities across the Texas Hill Country.”
“The Salvation Army is working closely with local emergency management officials, shelter partners, and community organizations to assess needs and deliver assistance to affected communities,” said Kathy Clark, The Salvation Army EDS director, in a news release. “Our teams are prepared to support survivors, first responders, and shelter operations as conditions continue to evolve across the region.”
On Thursday, The Salvation Army’s San Antonio mobile feeding unit deployed to Uvalde to support operations in the county, with meal service scheduled to begin with lunch service.
“The Texas State Operations Center in Austin has been activated, and Salvation Army personnel are supporting statewide coordination efforts,” the release said.
The nonprofit also was actively engaged with local officials in Uvalde and Kendall counties and the Boerne Service Units.
“As additional rounds of rain are forecast over the coming days, we remain ready to expand operations and provide critical support to affected communities,” Clark added. “The Salvation Army stands ready to serve anyone impacted by this event.”
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