Millions of people in the Southeast are still reeling in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene.
The storm made landfall on Thursday in Florida as a Category 4 hurricane – the strongest on record to strike the area. It is officially one of the largest storms the Gulf of Mexico has seen in the last century, resulting in a 500-mile path of destruction with catastrophic flooding and power outages, and leaving millions of Americans without clean water, food and access to safety. At the time of this reporting, more than 100 people have died across six states, and officials have said that number will likely rise.
Numerous organizations are already on the ground, working around the clock to provide supplies and assistance to those in need. If you would like to help, here’s how:
Church World Service
CWS is currently at work in Florida helping clean up areas that have been devastated by flooding. Additionally, they are participating in National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster calls to stay informed on the storm’s progression.
Convoy of Hope
Convoy of Hope is on the ground in Perry, Florida, distributing relief supplies to local and surrounding county residents. So far, they’ve provided help to more than 1,500 families by offering water, groceries and hygiene supplies.
Operation Blessing
Operation Blessing is providing relief to victims in both Georgia and North Carolina, two areas where there was unexpected devastation. Unprecedented flooding has destroyed infrastructure and thousands are still vulnerable without electricity, adequate safe drinking water, and access to food.
Samaritan’s Purse
At the time, Samaritan’s Purse is responding in five different locations throughout the Southeast, providing assistance, supplies and safe water.
Send Relief
Send Relief has set up recovery and feeding sites throughout Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Virginia and Tennessee.
World Vision
World Vision is specifically working around the clock to deliver urgent aid to children and families affected by Hurrican Helene.
