Update, Feb. 13, 4 pm

Reports from the field indicate most of the immediate cleanup has been done in most counties and that there are currently enough groups in the field to handle the current need. However, there may be more requests as insurance and FEMA inspections are completed.

As we recieve requests, we will contact those who have made such generious offers to provide aid. As we move towards long term recovery, we will look at opportunities to do rebuilding.

Conference personnel have been in periodic contact with affected districts and churches over the past week. At Lafayette UMC's request we will be meeting with their Board to work out how we can best partner in the community for recovery.

If your church knows of persons affected by tornadoes, especially in some of the counties with fewer homes affected, please let us know if we can be of assistance.