MEMPHIS, Tenn. — Several cities in Mississippi are stepping up to help those who lost everything after tornadoes ripped through central Mississippi, where tornadoes ravaged the communities of Rolling Fork and Amory.
The tornado killed at least 25 people, and many others were injured.
With damaged homes and the loss of several belongings, supplies, toiletry products and basic food items are extreme needs.
Olive Branch
The City of Olive Branch and Mississippi Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) are teaming up to gather donations and necessities for victims affected by the tornado that hit Mississippians Friday, March 24. The city of Oxford is also collecting items for those affected.
Anyone who wishes to donate can bring requested supplies to the City of Olive Branch Fleet Services located at 10414 Hwy 178 near the Olive Branch Police Department.
MEMA and the city will accept donations Monday through Wednesday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
MEMA said cash and clothing donations are not being accepted at this time, but both will be needed later.
To ask questions or for more information, call Communications Director Jay Nichols at 662-892-9375 or send an email to jay.nichols@obms.us
Check below for a list of requested items.
Oxford
Oxford is also collecting items for those affected by the destructive storms. Supplies can be dropped on at Fire Station One on Mcelroy Drive.
Oxford is asking for water, work gloves, flashlights, batteries, toiletries, blankets and canned goods.
Horn Lake
The City of Horn Lake Fire Department is collecting supplies until Wednesday, March 29, delivering items to Rolling Fork and surrounding areas.
Supplies can be dropped off at any of the following fire stations:
Station 1 -6770 Tulane Road
Starion 2 - 5711 Highway 51 North
Station 3 - 6363 Highway 301 N.
The City of Horn Lake said items listed are desperately needed.
