Catholic Organizations Ministering To People Afftecting by Midwest Flooding

"As devastating flood waters continue to rise in parts of the Midwest, Catholics are working to raise funds for both short-term aid and long-term rebuilding efforts. . . .

"A special collection in Omaha this weekend will help fund recovery efforts. Parishes have been asked to evaluate needs in their communities and request funds for both immediate recovery needs and long-term rebuilding. . . .

"Nebraska has been among the hardest-hit states by severe flooding in recent days, although several other Midwestern states have also been affected as a 'bomb cyclone' tore through the region last week, bringing with it strong winds and heavy rain. The floods that have resulted have washed out roads, destroyed homes, and burst dams, compounding the damage throughout the area.

"The majority of counties in Nebraska are currently under a state of emergency, as are nearly half of the counties in Iowa."

A recent Catholic News Agency article reported on the floods in the Midwest and hightlighted some of the efforts by area Catholics to provide assistance to those affected by the flooding.

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Catholic News Agency: Amid continued Midwest flooding, Catholic groups step up to help (20 MAR 19)