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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Climate
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Community rallies in north St. Louis after devastating storm
ST. LOUIS – In the wake of last Friday's deadly storm, heartbreak has turned into action. With damage stretching across north St. Louis, the community didn't wait for help—they became it. And what's rising from the rubble is something powerful: hope, unity, and a fierce determination to protect what's left. Tents and tables popped up across the north St. Louis as residents provided tarps to local businesses and homeowners bracing for Monday's expected rain. Volunteers spent Sunday tarping Annqunette Thirdkill's roof, one of thousands damaged in the storm. 'First of all, the entire roof is off where you can see out of my niece's bedroom—into the bathroom,' Thirdkill said. 'And then so now we're trying to put the rafters together just stable enough to put a tarp over it, or maybe just some plywood and then tarp.' The home has been in Thirdkill's family for 72 years, spanning five generations. A GoFundMe has been established to help the family remain in their home. On Dr. Martin Luther King Boulevard near Marcus Avenue, tables of free food, drinks, and clothing were set up for anyone in need. Faith leaders and nonprofits banded together to serve, organize, and transport residents to safety. 'Different community organizations, development organizations. And they just decide to structure, set up, and, you know, help the people that got the support here. We have to leave contact numbers, get contact numbers. Even vans will be driving around helping people, picking them up, trying to get them to safety,' Pastor Pamela Paul, Faith, Hope & Love Worship Center, said. One woman shared that she was on the verge of eviction. Volunteers quickly raised $750 to keep her in her home. At Greater Paradise Missionary Baptist Church, the grills were hot and the mission was clear: help everyone they can. 'Hamburgers, hot dogs…we're taking names for our mission outreach program for our young people, our senior citizens, for the community, for Marcus and Page, all the way over to Marcus and Natural Bridge,' Yonzella Ware-Jackson, Greater Paradise Missionary Baptist Church, said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Walmart, Sam's Club and the Walmart Foundation Commit $750,000 to Support Tornado Relief Efforts
Supporting Impacted Communities in Illinois, Missouri, and Kentucky BENTONVILLE, Ark., May 18, 2025--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Walmart Inc., along with Sam's Club and the Walmart Foundation, is actively supporting impacted communities in Illinois, Kentucky, and Missouri following severe storms that have left thousands with damage to their homes and many others without electricity. Together, they are committing $750,000 to support relief efforts across the impacted areas. Following the devastating storms—particularly in St. Louis, MO, and London and Somerset, KY—Walmart and Sam's Club have been working with nonprofit organizations to provide essential resources, including: In St. Louis: Walmart supported Annie Malone Children & Family Services to deliver two truckloads of supplies to residents. In London, KY: At the Walmart Supercenter (Store #1113), Walmart is offering free hot meals through the support of Operation BBQ Relief. Additionally, Tides Loads of Hope laundry service and showers provided by Matthew 25: Ministries, Procter & Gamble and Walmart will be deployed to the area. Across the impacted areas: With the loss of homes and power, Walmart and Sam's Club have worked with ITDRC to provide wi-fi services and charging stations to those areas. "We're thinking of our friends and neighbors in Illinois, Kentucky, and Missouri who were impacted by the devastating storms and tornadoes Friday night. The loss of life and the damage to these communities is heartbreaking," said John Furner, President and CEO, Walmart U.S. "Our teams are working closely with local leaders and first responders, and we're actively coordinating efforts across Walmart to provide support where it's needed most." Earlier this year, Walmart, Sam's Club, and the Walmart Foundation provided assistance to several communities in Kentucky and Missouri following severe storms and flooding. "Our thoughts are with our associates, our members, and the families who have been impacted by the tornadoes in the communities Sam's Club calls home," said Chris Nicholas, President and CEO, Sam's Club. "We are moving quickly to provide the support these communities need as they recover from the severe weather." For those associates, customers, and communities affected, Walmart is providing the support you need through this challenging time. For more information, visit Walmart Disaster Response. About Walmart Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT) is a people-led, tech-powered omnichannel retailer helping people save money and live better — anytime and anywhere — in stores, online, and through their mobile devices. Each week, approximately 255 million customers and members visit more than 10,500 stores and numerous eCommerce websites in 19 countries. With fiscal year 2024 revenue of $648 billion, Walmart employs approximately 2.1 million associates worldwide. Walmart continues to be a leader in sustainability, corporate philanthropy, and employment opportunity. Additional information about Walmart can be found by visiting on Facebook at on X (formerly known as Twitter) at and on LinkedIn at About Sam's Club Sam's Club, the $86 billion division of Walmart Inc. (NYSE: WMT), is a membership club that is pioneering the future of retail experience, providing exclusive access to value, convenience and modern omnichannel shopping options to millions of members in 600 clubs across the U.S. and Puerto Rico. With over 40 years of innovating in the category, Sam's Club continues to redefine club membership shopping with its curated assortment of quality fresh food and Member's Mark® items, in addition to market leading technologies and services like Scan & Go™️, curbside pickup and home delivery. Visit the Sam's Club Newsroom, shop at or connect with Sam's Club on LinkedIn, X, Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Pinterest. About Philanthropy at Walmart represents the philanthropic efforts of Walmart and the Walmart Foundation. The team works to tackle key social and environmental issues relevant for the retail sector in collaboration with others to spark long-lasting systemic change. View source version on Contacts Media Contact: Walmart Media RelationsPhone: 1-800-331-0085Email: press@ Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
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. 3 taken to hospital after Somerset highway crash Kentucky groups work to collect storm response resources: Where to bring supplies, donations Laurel County fire major killed in line of duty during storms 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 Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
18-05-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
At least 18 people are dead in overnight KY storms. How you can help survivors
Officials in Laurel County said they are taking donations for storm victims and need volunteers to help coordinate relief efforts. At least 18 people are confirmed dead across Kentucky as of Saturday afternoon following a wave of overnight storms and with at least one unconfirmed tornado destroying homes in Somerset and London. Laurel County Sheriff officials said they are currently taking donations to help survivors, including personal hygiene products and food. Those supplies can be dropped off at London First Baptist Church at 804 W. Fifth St. 'We need volunteers to work at the give away point at 201 South Laurel Road at South Laurel High School,' Laurel County Sheriff Deputy Gilbert Acciardo said around 1 p.m. Saturday. Other places are also opening their doors in hard hit Laurel and Pulaski counties. The Palace Family Entertainment Center in London said in a Facebook post it is accepting water, nonperishable food and cleaning supplies. It was also open if people who have lost their homes needed respite or a place for their kids to play. Somerset police are asking people to stay away from areas affected by the storms as debris clean up and search and rescue efforts continue, according to a Facebook post. The state has not yet announced an official fundraiser for victims, but Gov. Andy Beshear is set to make an address at 5 p.m. State-sponsored relief funds have been established for previous storms, including the 2021 tornadoes that hit Western Kentucky. If you are considering making a donation, particularly an online monetary donation, be wary of disaster scams. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau recommends you: Identify who you are donating to Don't feel pressured to give immediately Be wary of price gouging Don't give out personal information Stay up to date on scams in your area or related to the disaster Be on the lookout for fake charities This is a developing story.
