My father-in-law would always tell me that the Salvation Army was always first on the scene in WWII. He was always so very grateful. They sure do a good work here in New Mexico. Glory!
Sadly, these pictures of flood scenes are becoming for more common in New Mexico, that and wildfire scenes. We all must prepare and support each other. It is going to get worse.
FGGAM received this news release overnight.
ROSWELL, N.M. (Oct. 21, 2024) – The Salvation Army Roswell Corps Community Center (Roswell Corps) is providing relief to survivors of flash flooding in the area over the weekend.
“We had one of our people out in our Emergency Disaster Services (EDS) truck helping rescue people stranded in the middle of the street yesterday because their cars stalled out,” said Captain Mike Evans, Roswell Corps Officer.
The New Mexico National Guard has conducted over 300 rescues and there have been two reported fatalities.
Today, The Salvation Army began relief efforts at an American Red Cross-managed shelter at the Eastern New Mexico Fairgrounds in Roswell – providing 188 meals and drinks, 24 cleanup kits, financial assistance, and emotional and spiritual support – and will continue to serve as long as needed.
Anyone wishing to donate to the effort can do by visiting Roswell.SalvationArmy.org.
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About The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army ranks #6 on Forbes’ latest list of America’s Top 100 Charities and helped more than 53,000 New Mexicans overcome poverty, addiction and economic hardships last year through a range of social services. By providing food for the hungry, shelter and clothing for the homeless, rent and utilities assistance, disaster relief, respite from extreme weather conditions, senior activity and outreach, adult rehabilitation, opportunities for under-resourced children, holiday assistance, and emotional and spiritual support, The Salvation Army is doing the most good at over a dozen units across the state. Around 84 cents of every dollar donated to The Salvation Army in the west go directly to fund programs to help people who need it most. For more information, visit NewMexico.SalvationArmy.org and follow us on Facebook, YouTube, and LinkedIn; #DoingTheMostGood #SalArmyLoveBeyond.