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The American Red Cross is responding to this week’s devastating flooding in Missouri and Kentucky.  

The American Red Cross is responding to this week’s devastating flooding in Missouri and Kentucky. Trained disaster workers are on the ground in both states, providing shelter, food and comfort to those affected and urging people to prepare now as the threat for additional flooding continues.

KENTUCKY Deadly flooding continues to inundate eastern Kentucky, destroying homes and hindering water rescues in the region. Some areas have already seen more than 10 inches of rain and as much as five additional inches may fall over the next several days, leading to more destruction.

Hundreds of homes are destroyed and damaged roads, downed trees, multiple mudslides and a strong current are preventing rescuers from reaching some areas. Numerous water systems are down and more than 23,900 customers are without power. Efforts to restore power and water service are delayed due to the flooding.

Trained Red Cross disaster workers are working alongside state and local partners to provide assistance to those affected, and the Red Cross is deploying additional disaster teams and relief supplies to the area. Nine shelters are open where more than 265 people spent Thursday night. The Red Cross will help assess the damage when it is safe to do so.

ST. LOUIS Record-breaking rain fell on the St. Louis area earlier this week, trapping people in vehicles and homes, leading to hundreds of water rescues. The Red Cross is providing shelter, meals and support to those impacted with the flooding. As flood waters recede, Red Cross damage assessment teams are helping across the flooded areas and will be working closely with community partners to identify needs and help people begin to recover from this disaster.

Since the flooding began, the Red Cross has provided numerous overnight shelter stays and working with our partners, has provided more than 1,500 meals and snacks. In addition, more than 100 people have visited the shelter throughout the day to receive water, snacks and assistance information.

FIND A SHELTER Anyone in the affected areas that needs a safe place to stay should visit redcross.org or view open shelters through the Red Cross Emergency app. If you don’t have access to a computer or smart phone, call 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767) to be directed to sheltering options near you. Alternatively, try calling 211 or 311, if these services are available in your area.

We encourage people who plan to stay in a Red Cross shelter to bring prescription medications, extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies, other comfort items and important documents. Don’t forget to bring any special items for children, such as diapers, formula and toys, or for family members who have unique needs.

YOU CAN HELP people affected by disasters like floods, wildfires and countless other crises by making a gift to Red Cross Disaster Relief. Your gift enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from disasters big and small. Visit redcross.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS, or text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

If you are using a generator, keep it dry and don’t use it in wet conditions.

DOWNLOAD OUR APPS. The Red Cross Emergency app can help keep you and your loved ones safe with real-time alerts, shelter locations and safety advice. The Red Cross First Aid app provides instant access to information on handling the most common emergencies. Download these free apps by searching for ‘American Red Cross’ in your app store or visit redcross.org/apps.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or cruzrojaamericana.org, or visit us on Twitter at @RedCross.

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