DISASTER PREPAREDNESS
When disaster strikes, Southeast Missouri Food Bank is prepared to respond with food assistance and emergency supplies. Click here to read our disaster plan.
The Food Bank provides direct food and water assistance, working with Feeding America, the Nation's Food Bank Network, to obtain and transport federal and state food supplies to affected areas in sixteen Southeast Missouri counties. In times of national disaster, Southeast Missouri Food Bank is a collection point for local donations to be shipped to the disaster site.
Whether the emergencies are on an individual level, such as the loss of a job, or for larger disasters, such as tornados or floods, Southeast Missouri Food Bank Partner Agencies provide direct food assistance to the most vulnerable.
WHO DO I CONTACT IN CASE OF EMERGENCY?
Many Southeast Missouri Food Bank partner agencies exist to meet emergency food needs.
Our partner agencies include:
2-1-1 Missouri
Call 2-1-1 for access to information about health and human services in your community. If you are calling from outside of Missouri or have technical difficulties when dialing 2-1-1 from your mobile, voice-over-IP or office phone, please dial the toll-free alternate access number at 1-800-427-4626. Visit the 2-1-1 Missouri website.
Local Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)
The CERT Program educates and trains individuals in basic disaster response skills. Members are encouraged to support emergency response agencies by taking an active role in local emergency preparedness efforts. View a list of Missouri CRT organizations.
American Red Cross
The American Red Cross is a non-governmental agency that is often the first responder in major emergencies. In addition to providing shelter, food, and health and mental health services to address basic human needs, they also feed emergency workers, handle inquiries from concerned family members outside the disaster area, provide blood and blood products to disaster victims, and help those affected by disaster to access other available resources.
Visit www.centex.redcross.org to learn more about disaster preparedness tips, training, and to purchase supplies. The www.prepare.org website provides disaster preparedness materials including special tips for seniors, children, people with disabilities and pet owners.
The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army, a non-governmental relief agency, responds to emergencies by providing food, shelter, clothing and spiritual comfort. Some chapters have mobile kitchens equipped to serve hot meals. Learn more about the Salvation Army here.
HOW DO I LEARN ABOUT LOCAL DISASTER PREPAREDNESS PLANNING?
State Emergency Management Agency
The State Emergency Management Agency (SEMA) provides all-hazard emergency management for the State and for assisting cities, counties, and state agencies in planning and implementing disaster preparation and response efforts. Visit their website to learn about local preparedness plans and protocol for a wide range of emergencies.
SOUTHEAST MISSOURI FOOD BANK
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