Red Cross Butler Flood Recovery Effort Continues

This morning, American Red Cross teams are once again out in the community that was hit hard by this week’s flooding, working with residents to determine their needs and how best to meet those needs. Volunteers are also heading to Lyndora to work with residents who sustained flood damage in that community.

Last night, no area families stayed at the Red Cross Shelter located at Faith English Lutheran Church. The Red Cross has now closed that shelter. Our operation base will continue to be located at the Butler City Fire Department on Washington Street.
Any resident who requires American Red Cross flood relief assistance is encouraged to call 800-422-7677.

So far we have handed out over 100 clean-up kits, distributed meals throughout the flood area, and provided additional assistance to one family with special needs. We anticipate these numbers rising as we continue our operation today.

All American Red Cross disaster assistance is provided free of charge and is made possible by the voluntary donations of time and money from caring individuals and, in part, by contributions given through the United Way. Over the past month, the Red Cross in Western Pennsylvania has assisted individuals impacted by localized flash flooding in Butler, Allegheny, Indiana, Westmoreland, and Fayette Counties. You can help people affected by disasters such as these by making a donation to support American Red Cross Disaster Relief. Visit www.redcross.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) to learn more.