From The Tribune staff reports
BIRMINGHAM The Salvation Army of Greater Birmingham’s continues to assist those affected by the Jan. 25 tornado that struck the Fultondale and Center Point communities.
The organization’s emergency response to the tornado outbreak has transitioned to a long-term recovery phase.
After the storm hit, the Salvation Army was on the ground providing hygiene items, food, hydration, and emotional care to tornado survivors, first responders, and volunteers. The group is continuing to serve those affected by providing short-term financial assistance to qualifying households impacted by the storm.
According to communications manager Melissa Snow-Clark, the Salvation Army may help with food, home insurance deductibles, basic furniture, appliances and first month’s rental fee to relocate those who lost rental housing.