Several tornadoes tore through the Midwest on Sunday, May 19, laying waste to entire neighborhoods and killing at least two people. Oklahoma and Kansas bore the brunt of the damage -- the two deaths occurred in Shawnee, Oklahoma and at least 39 people were injured throughout the state, according to officials. In Wichita, a powerful twister knocked out power for thousands of people.
If you'd like to help the victims of the storms, here are the organizations that are working on relief and recovery in the region:
BAPTIST GENERAL CONVENTION OF OKLAHOMA: Disaster relief volunteers from Baptist General Convention of Oklahoma are sending relief teams and feeding units to affected areas. Please designate your gift to "Disaster Relief." Donate here.
THE SALVATION ARMY USA: The Salvation Army of Arkansas and Oklahoma is becoming active in disaster response to several areas as a result of weather related events.? The Salvation Army is providing mobile feeding units for first responders and survivors. Please designate your gift to "Disaster Relief." Donate here.
Watch for more information on the storms:
Source: http://news.yahoo.com/blogs/lookout/how-to-help--midwest-storms-182314098.html
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