This week all across our region people will be assessing the damages brought about by Hurricane Ida, and taking steps to address those damages. Below are some of the resources with information that will be helpful to you.
HAITI RELIEF 2021
In January of 2010, a 7.0 magnitude earthquake rocked Haiti. Over the next twelve days, 52 aftershocks occurred. Later that spring, Pastor John Frady led a Celebration mission team to assist in a medical clinic and make a difference in that country. That team saw buildings in ruins, massive tent cities, hungry people, and naked children. However, in the Haitian people, they also found brothers and sisters in Christ who loved the Lord, loved their nation and appreciated the mission team.
On August 14th, 2021, a 7.2 magnitude earthquake once again shook Haiti. And once again, Haiti is in need of our prayers and support. Please consider giving to Celebration’s Disaster Relief Fund so Celebration Church might once again make a difference in the lives of the Haitian people. If you would like to give to that offering, which will be distributed through several trustworthy Christian ministries, you can give online using the link below.
Pre-Game Plan
MEDICINE & HYGIENE
- List of illnesses, medications and allergies, hygiene items, first aid, and baby supplies.
FOOD & WATER
- Have one gallon of water per person per day – plus extra for pets, canned foods, cereals, snacks, peanut butter, and jelly.
CLOTHING & BEDDING
- Change of clothes, rain gear, boots, sleeping bags, and pillows
PETS & MISC
- Pet food, carrier, collars, leashes, bedding, map of your area, and plastic garbage bags.
TOOLS & ELECTRONICS
- Basics tools, wrench, pliers, scissors, waterproof matches, battery operated radio, lantern/candles, flashlight
DOCUMENTS
- Birth Certificates, Social Security Cards, Passport, Important contact information, mortgage or rental insurance information & any other important documents.
Other Resources
- Emergency Info:2-1-1
- Weather: Weather.gov
- Road Info: 511LA.org or Dial 5-1-1
- State Police: LSP.ORG or 800-469-4828
- Radio: 870AM, 105.3FM, 101.9FM
- State Website: https://gohsep.la.gov/PREPARE/EMERGENCY-PREPAREDNESS-GUIDE
- FEMA: www.fema.gov/emergency-managers/risk-management/hurricanes
- National Hurricane Center: nhc.noaa.gov
- Red Cross: redcross.org
- CDC: cdc.gov/disasters/hurricanes/covid-19/prepare-for-hurricane.html
