notes: 5/2/11: Ken Mackenzie says that they are working out of Rome and is assessing the situation. But will be participating in the recovery. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. -> 6/11: This group is almost always actively involved in some kind of disaster recovery operation. Contact Ken to find the current HQ/worksites. 5/2/11: Ken Mackenzie says that they are working out of Rome and is assessing the situation. But will be participating in the recovery. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response.

name: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (ASSESSING/SETTING UP WORK CREWS) Ken McKenzie -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (WORK CREWS) Ken McKenzie

name: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (ASSESSING/SETTING UP WORK CREWS) -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (ASSESSING/SETTING UP WORK CREWS) Ken McKenzie
other_contacts changed.

notes: 5/2/11: Ken Mackenzie says that he's working out of Rome and is assessing the situation. But will be participating in the recovery. *** Old disaster notes: (CLEAN UP UNITS) (ANIMAL RESCUE) VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. Ken Mackenzie is an animal fan and if you're having trouble finding animal shelter: kmckenziewpc@bellsouth.net ------------------------------------------------------ 9/30/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: • Wondering about volunteer housing capability for teams coming in. Other organizations have same interest. Terra from Citizen Action Team working on compiling a list of housing resources with number of beds per facility, cost, shower & kitchen access. If you have available housing for future teams coming in please contact Terra. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance. -> 5/2/11: Ken Mackenzie says that they are working out of Rome and is assessing the situation. But will be participating in the recovery. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response.
cat_notes: 5/2/11: Good morning, Terra. As a matter of fact, I am on the GA response. Right now I am in Rome, preparing to contact all of our area pastors. I will be here until Thursday. We will be discussing having churches host work teams, etc. as well as participating in planning for the long term recovery. I am kind of in an out, since I have responsibilities in NC as well. Thanks for asking! Ken Ken McKenzie, D.Min. Member-at-Large Savannah Presbytery Presbyterian Church (USA) 912.399.5717 -> GA VOAD report NOT PUBLIC: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance Presbyterian Disaster Assistance has a 70 member National Response Team which deploys to all types of disasters at the request of regional governing bodies, called Presbyteries. The April Storms impacted two Presbyteries within Georgia: The Presbytery of Greater Atlanta and Cherokee Presbytery. (The metro area and NW GA, respectively) The mission of NRT is to conduct preliminary assessments and recommend responses to the national office of Presbyterian Disaster Assistance. The mission beyond NRT is two-fold: the establishment of volunteer villages (Hope through Hospitality) and helping to organize and maintain LTROs. 5/2/11: Good morning, Terra. As a matter of fact, I am on the GA response. Right now I am in Rome, preparing to contact all of our area pastors. I will be here until Thursday. We will be discussing having churches host work teams, etc. as well as participating in planning for the long term recovery. I am kind of in an out, since I have responsibilities in NC as well. Thanks for asking! Ken Ken McKenzie, D.Min. Member-at-Large Savannah Presbytery Presbyterian Church (USA) 912.399.5717 *** Old disaster notes: (CLEAN UP UNITS) (ANIMAL RESCUE) VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. Ken Mackenzie is an animal fan and if you're having trouble finding animal shelter: kmckenziewpc@bellsouth.net ------------------------------------------------------ 9/30/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: • Wondering about volunteer housing capability for teams coming in. Other organizations have same interest. Terra from Citizen Action Team working on compiling a list of housing resources with number of beds per facility, cost, shower & kitchen access. If you have available housing for future teams coming in please contact Terra. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance.

name: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response (Westminster Presbyterian Church) -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (ASSESSING/SETTING UP WORK CREWS)
address: Westminster Presbyterian Church 1941 Shorter Avenue -> 2009 HQ: Westminster Presbyterian Church 1941 Shorter Avenue (not sure where HQ will be in 2011)

cat_notes: -> 5/2/11: Good morning, Terra. As a matter of fact, I am on the GA response. Right now I am in Rome, preparing to contact all of our area pastors. I will be here until Thursday. We will be discussing having churches host work teams, etc. as well as participating in planning for the long term recovery. I am kind of in an out, since I have responsibilities in NC as well. Thanks for asking! Ken Ken McKenzie, D.Min. Member-at-Large Savannah Presbytery Presbyterian Church (USA) 912.399.5717

name: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response (Westminster Presbyterian Church) (CLEAN UP UNITS) (ANIMAL RESCUE) -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response (Westminster Presbyterian Church)
notes: VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. Ken Mackenzie is an animal fan and if you're having trouble finding animal shelter: kmckenziewpc@bellsouth.net ------------------------------------------------------ 9/30/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: • Wondering about volunteer housing capability for teams coming in. Other organizations have same interest. Terra from Citizen Action Team working on compiling a list of housing resources with number of beds per facility, cost, shower & kitchen access. If you have available housing for future teams coming in please contact Terra. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance. -> 5/2/11: Ken Mackenzie says that he's working out of Rome and is assessing the situation. But will be participating in the recovery. *** Old disaster notes: (CLEAN UP UNITS) (ANIMAL RESCUE) VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. Ken Mackenzie is an animal fan and if you're having trouble finding animal shelter: kmckenziewpc@bellsouth.net ------------------------------------------------------ 9/30/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: • Wondering about volunteer housing capability for teams coming in. Other organizations have same interest. Terra from Citizen Action Team working on compiling a list of housing resources with number of beds per facility, cost, shower & kitchen access. If you have available housing for future teams coming in please contact Terra. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance.
other_contacts changed.

name: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response (Westminster Presbyterian Church) (CLEAN UP UNITS) (N -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response (Westminster Presbyterian Church) (CLEAN UP UNITS) (ANIMAL RESCUE)

name: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response - Hosted by: Westminster Presbyterian Church -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response (Westminster Presbyterian Church) (CLEAN UP UNITS) (N
notes: VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. ------------------------------------------------------ 9/30/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: • Wondering about volunteer housing capability for teams coming in. Other organizations have same interest. Terra from Citizen Action Team working on compiling a list of housing resources with number of beds per facility, cost, shower & kitchen access. If you have available housing for future teams coming in please contact Terra. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance. -> VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. Ken Mackenzie is an animal fan and if you're having trouble finding animal shelter: kmckenziewpc@bellsouth.net ------------------------------------------------------ 9/30/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: • Wondering about volunteer housing capability for teams coming in. Other organizations have same interest. Terra from Citizen Action Team working on compiling a list of housing resources with number of beds per facility, cost, shower & kitchen access. If you have available housing for future teams coming in please contact Terra. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance.

notes: VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. ------------------------------------------------------ 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance. -> VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. ------------------------------------------------------ 9/30/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: • Wondering about volunteer housing capability for teams coming in. Other organizations have same interest. Terra from Citizen Action Team working on compiling a list of housing resources with number of beds per facility, cost, shower & kitchen access. If you have available housing for future teams coming in please contact Terra. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance.

name: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response (SUPPLIES) - Hosted by: Westminster Presbyterian Church -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response - Hosted by: Westminster Presbyterian Church

notes: VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance. -> VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. ------------------------------------------------------ 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. ------------------------------------------------------- 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance.
capacity: -> 60
facility_type: Supply POD -> Volunteer Camp

website: -> http://www.pcusa.org/pda/
areas_served: -> Chatooga, Rome, GA

notes: 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance. -> VOLUNTEER HOUSING AVAILABLE, up to 50-60, need more, check availability. $20/night, incl food. 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance.

main_phone: -> 706.235.8561

notes: 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance. -> 9/29/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: 14. Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie)  Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. 2 teams also doing assessment on the ground. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Summerville (Pop’s, 10020 Commerce St, Summerville) at 11:30 am.  Planning on providing additional Tyvek suits to CCJC today.  The Rome storage facility is located at Westminster Presbyterian Church, 1941 Shorter Avenue, Rome, GA 30165. The phone number at the church is 706.235.8561. 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance.

notes: 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance. -> 9/28/09 GAVOAD ConCall Notes: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (Ken McKenzie) • Working with Adventist Disaster Response in Chattooga. Planning on attending meeting of interfaith recovery group on Wednesday in Trion (Pop’s on Hwy 27) at 12 pm. ------------------------------------------------------------ 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance.

main_phone: Call Stacy at "Adopt Us Please" ->

region: -> NorthEast

parish: Chattooga -> Floyd

name: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, Georgia 2009 Flood Response (SUPPLIES) - Hosted by: Westminster Presbyterian Church -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, 9/09 GA Flood Response (SUPPLIES) - Hosted by: Westminster Presbyterian Church
facility_type: Info/Hotline -> Supply POD

mgt_contact changed.
address: 1941 Shorter Avenue -> Westminster Presbyterian Church 1941 Shorter Avenue
latitude: 34.269924 ->
longitude: -85.21877 ->
eligibility: -> Impacted by the 9/09 GA Floods

town: -> Rome
name: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, Georgia 2009 Flood Response (SUPPLIES) -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, Georgia 2009 Flood Response (SUPPLIES) - Hosted by: Westminster Presbyterian Church
address: not clear yet where POD will be that will have these supplies -> 1941 Shorter Avenue
notes: 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow -> 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow ------------------------------------------------------------------------ SOURCE: http://www.reliefweb.int/rw/rwb.nsf/db900SID/VDUX-7W7T5Z?OpenDocument Situation Report Southeast Flooding, 23 Sep 2009 Source: Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) Date: 23 Sep 2009 A tropical air mass that has been draped across the southeastern United States coupled with a nearly stationary upper-level weather system has caused widespread precipitation throughout several southeastern states. Torrential rains from this system falling on saturated soil caused flooding and flash flooding throughout parts of Alabama, eastern Tennessee, western North Carolina and Georgia. Areas most impacted In Georgia, at least 3,000 homes have sustained damage from the floods, with assessments on hold in many areas until water recedes. More than 300 people remain in emergency shelters, and voluntary agencies have set up 18 feeding sites across the state. Seventeen Georgia counties are affected. Georgia Governor Sonny Perdue has petitioned President Obama for federal disaster assistance. PDA Response Presbyterian Disaster Assistance (PDA) has been in contact with the Cherokee Presbytery and Greater Atlanta Presbytery in Georgia to offer assistance in the form of One Great Hour of Sharing funds or other help as needs are identified. National Response Team (NRT) member the Reverend Ken McKenzie is working with the affected presbyteries to help in their response. Additional NRT members will be arriving to assist Ken in this mission. McKenzie is pastor of Westminster Presbyterian Church in Rome, Georgia. Westminster will be the distribution site for 860 Hygiene Kits, 500 Emergency Clean-up Buckets, 200 Emergency Blankets, 2,010 School Kits, 4,600 protective latex gloves and 1,500 protective masks from Church World Service. The estimated value of these material resources is $81,322. Westminster Presbyterian Church is certified as a shelter for people and pets and stands ready to serve in those capacities should the need arise. What you can do You can stand in the gap for disaster survivors and help the church in this response. GIVE. The generous sharing of your financial blessings through the One Great Hour of Sharing offering and special designated giving provides the resources needed to assist with immediate emergency needs, cleanup provisions, long-term and unmet needs and spiritual/emotional counseling. Individuals may give through their local Presbyterian congregation, on the secure PC(USA) Web site or by sending their check to: Presbyterian Church (U.S.A.) P.O. Box 643700 Pittsburgh, PA 15264-3700 Please include the special designated giving account DR000015–U.S. Disaster Response. Congregations should send donations through their normal mission giving channels. ACT. Stay informed and share information on the need with others. Sign up to receive PDA-RIN email notices to alert you of additional needs. PRAY. Please continue in prayer for all who have been impacted by these floods, including congregations, families and those offering assistance.
zip: 00000 -> 30165
latitude: -> 34.269924
longitude: -> -85.21877

notes: 9/24: Contact: Ken McKenzie Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow -> 9/24: GAVOAD/FEMA PDA Contact: Ken McKenzie PDA is Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow

state: LA -> GA
parish: -> Chattooga
town: Metairrie ->
name: DELETE -> Presbyterian Disaster Assistance, Georgia 2009 Flood Response (SUPPLIES)
address: -> not clear yet where POD will be that will have these supplies
notes: Woman (44) pants: 14, shirt: Med, shoe: 8.5, panties: Size 8-9 Man (43) pants: 40, shirt: Large, shoe: 9 EEE, sock: Crew Man (81) pants: 34 - 36, shirt: Medium, shoe: 8 Narrow Girl (17) paants: Jr 9, shirt: Large Youth, shoe: 8.5 Boy (12) oants: 14 R, shirt: Large Boys, shoe: 8.5 needs khaki pants/shorts for school. -> 9/24: Contact: Ken McKenzie Expecting Shipment of: 500 cleaning kits, 150 masks, 4500 gloves, 2000 school kits coming in tomorrow
zip: 70005 -> 00000
status: Closed -> Open
organization: Adopted family -> Faith-based Disaster Relief & Recovery
facility_type: Open Business* -> Info/Hotline
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temp_perm: -> Temporary
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status: Open -> Closed
facility_type: Family/Individual -> Open Business*

name: Family Smith -> DELETE
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