Record spring rainfall and rapid snowmelt caused catastrophic flooding across the upper Midwest, affecting communities along the Mississippi and Missouri river systems.
Response Activities
- Distributed 25,000 sandbags and flood barriers to at-risk communities
- Evacuated 1,200 residents from flood zones using boats and vehicles
- Opened 8 emergency shelters with capacity for 3,000 people
- Provided hot meals and clean water to 15,000 displaced residents
- Deployed damage assessment teams to 12 counties
Community Support
Our case managers are working directly with flood-affected families to help them navigate the recovery process, access FEMA assistance, and develop plans for rebuilding.