After receiving dozens of inquiries about resources for flood victims and how area community members can support those in need during and after this natural disaster, we have compiled a list of resources, donation drop off sites and other information for the Central Nebraska area.
Please email kristinafoth@ordnebraska.com if you are aware of additional resources that can be added to this list. Needs will continue to be assessed and communicated throughout the next few weeks and this list will be updated accordingly.
North Loup, Nebraska. Photo by Gary Wells.
Updated 3-20-19, 5:00 pm
RESOURCES FOR FLOOD VICTIMS / DONATION NEEDS
Clothing Closet (Burwell)
Clothing of all sizes, bedding, etc.
Great Western Bank (Ord)
Drop off site for non-perishable food items and cleaning supplies.
Helping Hands Ministry (North Loup) – FACEBOOK
Has been collecting hard goods (cleaning supplies) and monetary donations to distribute to families in Valley County.
Nebraska/SW Iowa Red Cross – FACEBOOK | WEBSITE
Shelter locations and donation needs.
North Loup United Methodist Church / Great Plains United Methodist Church – MORE INFORMATION
Organization of volunteers (March 20, 2019 at 8:00 am) and volunteer efforts through 3-24-19. Local volunteers are important and welcome to join.
Sara Holmquist / Normal Roasting Company (Burwell) – FACEBOOK
Accepting cleaning supplies: trash bags, bleach, bottled water, paper towels, toilet paper, etc . Drop off at Normal Roasting Company in Burwell if the OPEN light is on.
Keep Loup Basin Beautiful (Burwell) – FACEBOOK
Ord Food Pantry – FACEBOOK
Donations for the Ord Food Pantry are also being accepted at Scratchtown Brewing Company.
Viaero Wireless (Ord) – FACEBOOK
Drop off site through 4-5-19 for items such as non-perishable food, pet food, old cell phones and chargers, etc.
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INFORMATION FOR FLOOD VICTIMS
Black Hills Energy – FLOOD PRESS RELEASE | FACEBOOK | WEBSITE
Natural gas safety for flooded basements and homes.
Central IV Extension Offices (Valley, Sherman, Howard & Greeley Counties) – (308) 728-5071
Well water test kits are available to ensure your well water is safe.
Loup Basin Public Health Department – FACEBOOK
Health and safety information following a flood.
Nebraska 511 – WEBSITE
Travel information and road closures.
Nebraska Cattlemen Disaster Relief Fund – MORE INFORMATION
Assistance for cattle producers impacted by natural disasters.
Nebraska Department of Agriculture – WEBSITE
Information on the Hay & Forage Hotline, Emergency Conservation Program and more.
Roll-Off Dumpster Available,
Courtesy of Valley County Economic Development
Located at the Shopko parking lot for use by those impacted by flooding for clean-up efforts.
USDA Farm Service Agency Livestock Indemnity Program – WEBSITE | ADDITIONAL INFO FROM UNIV. OF NEB.
Benefits to livestock producers for livestock deaths in excess of normal mortality caused by adverse weather.
Valley County Sheriff’s Office – FACEBOOK
Road and travel updates and safety information.
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AREA MEDIA
KNLV Radio – FACEBOOK | WEBSITE
Additional news on flood relief efforts and drop off site for cases of bottled water for flood relief efforts.
Ord Quiz – FACEBOOK | E-SUBSCRIPTION for THE ORD QUIZ
Photos, additional news on flood relief efforts and more. Quiz Graphic Arts will soon have t-shirts for purchase to raise funds for flood relief.
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REMINDERS
Do not provide your personal, banking or credit card information to anyone who calls, claiming they are collecting donations for flood victims. The call could be a scam.