Types of donations communities need after a disaster
GHENT, WV (WVNS) — In light of the recent flooding experienced throughout southern West Virginia, community members are turning to their friends and neighbors for much-needed support.
In February 2025, intense rain and flooding affected many parts of southern West Virginia. The influx of water damaged homes, schools, roads, and more, while people sought higher ground and shelter while waiting to evaluate the full impact of the storms. The flooding left a major impact on people and communities in the region, especially in areas such as McDowell County.
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During times of disaster and uncertainty, locations in the affected areas often take a variety of donations to help communities in the aftermath of a disaster.
Many items are needed after a disaster such as flooding, and some items that people and communities need can include:
Large push brooms
Electric and propane heaters
Propane (any size)
Drying agents such as DampRid and more
Dehumidifiers
Fans
Bleach
Lime
Cleaning supplies
Gloves
Tarps
Rags
Brooms
Mops
Shovels
Rakes
Large squeegees with broom handles
Laundry supplies
Buckets
Non-perishable food items
Baby supplies (such as formula, bottles, baby food/snacks, and diapers)
Dry and wet dog and cat food
Handheld can openers
Personal care items such as toothbrushes, toothpaste, deodorant, shower supplies, etc…
Toiletries
Trash bags
Sanitizer
Plastic totes
Rolls of plastic
Air purifiers
Water
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A post on the McDowell County Commission's Facebook page stated that donations are being gathered by the McDowell County Office of Emergency Services for the replacement of private bridges in McDowell County. These types of donation items, which can only be dropped off at the old Walmart location in Kimball, can include:
Bridge supports
Beams
Drainage pipes
Additional items/hardware that can be used for bridge replacements
The McDowell County Commission's Facebook page also stated that people with equipment, or those who wish to help replace private bridges, are also welcome to help. People can contact the McDowell County Office of Emergency Services at the non-emergency help line at 888-929-4966, option 2.
Those who cannot make in-person donations and wish to make monetary donations instead are advised to verify any local organizations that take monetary donations after a disaster and avoid any possible scams from unverified organizations.
WVNS 59News will collect donations at the news station, located at 141 Old Cline Road in the Ghent area of Raleigh County, from Monday, February 24, 2025 through Friday, February 28, 2025.
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Members of the 59News team will also be on-site at different donation locations throughout the week to bring the latest recovery effort information to you. Those who cannot go to a donation location in person can donate online on the 59News Southern West Virginia Disaster Relief page.
To support residents impacted by the flooding, more information regarding donation drives throughout the region can be found here.
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