18-05-2025
Kentucky groups work to collect storm response resources: Where to bring supplies, donations
LONDON, Ky. (FOX 56) — Communities and public officials across Kentucky came together on Saturday to help those affected by deadly storms.
The East Bernstadt Fire Department announced that members are collecting donations and gathering items for those about to begin the long road to recovery.
Fire officials asked nearby residents to drop off tarps, totes, rakes, nails, hammers, and wood – any items that can help secure property or help clean.
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Community members can drop off donations at the fire department.
The Menifee County Sheriff's Office posted on Facebook that, in partnership with the Menifee County Coroner's Office, staff will also be taking donations of water, cleaning supplies, and non-perishable food items.
Supply donations in Menifee County can be dropped off on Back Street at the sheriff's office, deputies wrote.
Menifee County law enforcement officials said donations will be accepted at the sheriff's office from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
Just after 8 p.m. on Saturday, the Nelson County Sheriff's Office announced that deputies would be collecting enough donations to fill two box trailers before embarking for Laurel County to donate the supplies to storm victims.
Starting on Monday morning, the NCSO wrote that staff will be collecting:
Paper Towels
Tarps
Totes
Diapers
Baby Formula
Clothes
Shoes
Hygiene Products
Water
Non-perishable Food
Cleaning Supplies
Medical Supplies
Batteries
Flashlights
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