When temperatures dropped and ice moved in, the Salvation Army in Hopkinsville shifted into emergency mode, opening shelters around the clock and expanding meal service.
Lieutenant David Donegan says preparations began before the worst weather arrived.
click to download audioDonegan says the Salvation Army operated multiple facilities on a rotating schedule to make sure people had a warm place to go at all hours of the day.
click to download audioWith many residents unable to cook or shop due to outages, food assistance became a critical part of the response.
click to download audioDonegan says the emergency weather shelter served more than just people experiencing homelessness.
click to download audioHe says the shelter is designed to be accessible, with minimal barriers for anyone seeking help.
click to download audioWhile continuing local operations, the Salvation Army also sent help to other hard-hit communities.
click to download audioDonegan says anyone needing assistance or looking to help can contact the Salvation Army directly.
click to download audioThe Salvation Army continues to accept donations and provide shelter and meals as communities recover from the prolonged winter weather.
