Salvation Army assists evacuees after Colorado wildfire
By Melissa McKewen - More than a week after a raging wildfire burned some 600 acres and destroyed 12 structures near Cold Springs, Colo., The Salvation Army’s Emergency Disaster Services remains on the scene to provide relief to evacuees still uprooted
Salvation Army responds to severe weather in Texas
Another round of record-setting rains brings floods and tornados The Salvation Army’s Texas Division is mobilizing disaster resources after severe storms hit the state last night, causing severe flooding. “Record-shattering” thunderstorms have dumped torrential rains across the state in the past
Salvation Army responds to water contamination in West Virginia
“Do Not Drink” advisory may remain in effect for weeks. The Salvation Army Florida Division is shipping two tractor-trailer loads of water out to a West Virginia community after contamination was identified in the local water supply. Officials in Vienna, W.Va. requested
Salvation Army provides assistance after earthquakes strike Japan
Two powerful earthquakes leave at least 44 dead and a thousand injured The Salvation Army is providing support in Kumamoto, a prefecture in the southern Japanese island of Kyushu, after a 6.2 and 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck the country. The initial quake
General André Cox calls for prayer after Ecuador earthquake
7.8 magnitude earthquake leaves at least 400 dead and thousands injured General André Cox has called for prayer for those affected by the 7.8 magnitude earthquake that struck the northwestern coast of Ecuador on April 16. The quake, with its epicenter
Salvation Army prepares response to Houston floods
Disaster units from around the state gear up as flash flooding hits Southeast Texas. By Philip Burn - Following flash floods that caused widespread disruption in Houston, Texas, The Salvation Army is putting in place a significant disaster response. Many highways and
Congo security situation remains unstable
The Salvation Army continues to support displaced people. A ceasefire was declared in the Republic of Congo’s capital Brazzaville, following gun battles that killed at least 17 people and injured many more. Thousands of residents who sheltered in The Salvation Army’s
5 years in, Japan recovery continues
Ongoing efforts to rebuild focus on regaining livelihoods By Megan Gandee - When a magnitude 9.0 earthquake shook off the coast of Japan March 11, 2011, the resulting tsunami swept away entire towns along the eastern coast. Widespread flooding swallowed homes, businesses
Salvation Army reacts after tornadoes hit Louisiana
Two corps respond to devastated RV park in Convent, Louisiana. By Jon Kalahar - Severe weather moved across the Alabama, Louisiana, Mississippi Division Feb. 23-24 bringing heavy rain, high winds and several tornados. The Salvation Army responded to the Sugar Hill RV
Cyclone Winston devastates Fiji
Salvation Army opens 10 evacuation centers. The Salvation Army launched Fiji Cyclone Appeal to help the organization’s relief efforts following Cyclone Winston, the strongest storm ever recorded in the Southern Hemisphere, which struck the Pacific Island nation during the overnight hours
Salvation Army Refugee Response in Norway chronicled in online film
Short film provides overview of The Salvation Army’s response in Germany and Norway. The Salvation Army released a short online film highlighting its emergency refugee response in Norwa, introducing viewers to Sam and Sara Roen, Salvation Army soldiers who assist at
The Salvation Army in Taiwan offers ongoing assistance
Help will likely be needed in coming months as people rebuild their lives. The Salvation Army in Taiwan continues to offer assistance following the 6.4-magnitude earthquake that hit Tainan on Feb. 6. Lt. Colonel Jennifer Groves, Salvation Army Taiwan regional commander, visited