TORNADO RELIEF INFORMATION
PUBLIC INFORMATION
CLICK HERE FOR THE FEMA DAILY FACT SHEET
Important information – CLICK HERE
FEMA Recovery Center is ready to see people in person at the Butler Building for walk-ins. Use the door on West Main.
Will be closed beginning at 1pm Friday, December 31, and closed through Saturday, January 1. Will be open Sunday, January 2, Noon until 6. Will resume normal 8am to 6pm hours on Monday, January 3.
Can walk in 8 to 6 or register online and FEMA will call to schedule an appointment.
For important information about debris removal –
CLICK HERE
CLICK HERE FOR THE FEMA DEBRIS GUIDE
CLICK HERE FOR THE FEMA DEBRIS REMOVAL GUIDE
Princeton – THERE IS A MOBILE STATE FARM CATASTROPHE CLAIMS OFFICE SET UP IN THE FOOD GIANT PARKING LOT! THEY ARE HERE TO HELP YOUR CLAIM MOVE SMOOTHLY. COME HERE TO:
-GET QUESTIONS ANSWERED
-REPORT A NEW CLAIM
-ETC.
CURRENTLY, THEY ARE HERE 7 DAYS A WEEK 7-4:30
Birth Certificate Replacement:
To replace birth, death, marriage and divorce certificates issued within the Commonwealth of Kentucky, you can contact the Office of Vital Statistics by calling 800-241-8322. You can also place an order for replacements online by visiting their website: https://chfs.ky.gov/agencies/dph/dehp/vsb/Pages/default.aspx.
Social Security Card Replacement:
To replace social security cards issued by the Social Security Administration, please contact the Social Security Administration by calling 800-772-1213. You can also visit their website: https://www.ssa.gov/myaccount/replacement-card.html.
Driver’s License Replacement:
To report a change of address on your driver’s license or to replace a lost driver’s license, please visit: https://drive.ky.gov/driver-licensing/Pages/Drivers-License-and-ID-Card.aspx#lost-drivers-license-permit-or-id-cards.
SBA Disaster Loan Program
- The US Small Business Administration (SBA) offers low-interest, long-term disaster loans to homeowners, renters, businesses of all sizes and non-profits to repair or replace property damaged by the recent tornados in Kentucky. The interest rate for homeowners and renters is as low as 1.438% with terms up to 30 years.
- Homeowners can borrow up to $200,000 to make repairs to their primary residences and renters and homeowners can borrow up to $40,000 to replace damaged contents of their homes, including furniture, appliances, and cars.
- Businesses can borrow up to $2 million to repair and/or replace damaged buildings, inventory, supplies and other business assets. Businesses can also apply for economic injury disaster loans to help pay the bills they would have been able to pay had the disaster not happen.
- Churches with storm damage may also apply for a disaster loan.
- Residents should first register with FEMA. We encourage everyone referred by FEMA to the SBA to complete a disaster loan before the deadline, even if they are not sure whether they want a disaster loan or think they may not qualify. If approved for a disaster loan, the applicant does not have to accept it and has time to decide whether a disaster loan is needed. Those that are denied a disaster loan are referred back to FEMA for any other assistance that they may be eligible to receive. However, they must complete the disaster loan application to be eligible for that assistance.
- There is no need to wait for insurance to be settled to apply for a disaster loan. A disaster loan may be received before insurance settles to get started on repairs. The insurance settlement will be used to pay down the loan and what the insurance doesn’t cover will be the balance of the loan.
- For more information about disaster loans or for the status of an application, call (800) 659-2955.
- Individuals and businesses can find more information and apply online at disasterloanassistance.sba.gov.
- Those wishing a paper application may call (800) 659-2955 to have one mailed to them.
- Individuals wanting one-on-one assistance completing their applications, can visit a FEMA Disaster Recovery Center (DRC) or an SBA Business Recovery Center (BRC). A Business Recovery Center is open at the Community Center at 1600 Park Street, Benton, KY
Kentucky Tornado Resources
Click Here for the Kentucky Tornado Recovery Resources
RELIEF EFFORTS
VOLUNTEERS
- Come to Calvary Baptist Church at 121 Kentucky Avenue in Princeton, KY 42445.
- If you have large groups (10 or more) who want to volunteer, please call 270.963.3561 to make arrangements.
- Lunch is being supplied by Princeton First Baptist Church to all volunteers and survivors. Lunch begins at 12:00 PM at 300 West Main Street Princeton, KY 42445.
- Housing for volunteers is available at Fredonia First Baptist Church. Please understand space is limited and pre-arranged prior to arrival.
DONATIONS
Donation Centers open daily 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
- Food donations go to the old Save-a-lot building (behind Hardee’s, beside Auto Zone) on US-62 Princeton, KY 42445.
- Material & Necessity donations go to Calvary Baptist Church at 121 Kentucky Avenue in Princeton, KY 42445.
- Semi Truck load donations go to the old Save-a-lot building (behind Hardee’s, beside Auto Zone) on US-62 Princeton, KY 42445.
The need for clothing has been met at this time. We appreciate all who have given.
FINANCIAL DONATIONS
Hrministries.net for PayPal or Tithe.ly
Checks can be made out to HR Ministries with Disaster Relief in memo line and sent to PO Box 311 Princeton, KY 42445.
FOOD DISTRIBUTION
- Beginning December 27, food distribution is scheduled on Mondays, Wednesday, & Fridays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the old Save-a-lot building (behind Hardee’s, beside Auto Zone) on US-62 Princeton, KY 42445.
NEEDS
2×4
Battery Operated Radios
Extension Cords
Kerosene
LED Battery Operated Lights
Plywood
Generators
Financials
- American Red Cross: Monetary donations can be made through the Red Cross FB page to support recovery efforts involving the local communities in Christian County including Pembroke and Herndon
- Salvation Army: Monetary donations for Emergency Disaster Services can be made HERE
- Kentucky Red Cross: Kentucky Red Cross Donate online here: Text REDCROSS to 9099 to give $10 to American Red Cross Disaster Relief: to donate by phone via credit card or to ask questions about donating money to the Red Cross, please call 1-800-HELP NOW (1-800-435-7669)
- Team Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund: Governor Andy Beshear announced the state has set up a single fund connected with the state that people who want to help can give to it is solely dedicated to helping the on-the-ground efforts and the relief efforts needed to rebuild. Go to The Team Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund HERE
- Kentucky Sports Radio & Kentucky Chamber of Commerce Tornado Relief Fund: HERE This fundraising effort is spearheaded to focus specifically on small businesses, local chambers, economic and job recovery aid with immediate crisis relief in mind.
- YMCA is collecting items supporting the Pembroke area. For more information on items needed or questions HERE. Monetary donations can be made HERE
- Christian County Public Schools is accepting supplies Dec. 13 – 17 to be distributed to regional communities. Check HERE the list for items needed and drop off locations.
- Watch for the many churches, businesses and other organizations who are coordinating efforts throughout the area.
- Christian County(to help in the Pembroke and Herndon areas):
- Randy Graham – 270-887-6253
- Hopkins County (to help in Dawson Springs):
- Nick Bailey – 270-871-7707
- Caldwell County (to help in Princeton):
- Joey McCaslin – 270-365-4658
- VOAD: Kentucky Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster (to help in other regions of Kentucky impacted visit HERE
- Current needs in Pembroke are to sort items being brought in taking place in Pembroke Baptist gym 4-8 pm Tuesday 12/14, Thursday 12/16 & Friday 12/17. Volunteers are encouraged to bring boxes if possible.
Lake Barkley Chamber in partnership with Regional Doors & Glass and Lakeway Plaza Owner, Sandy Joslyn have set-up a tornado resource and supplies center in Lakeway Plaza, Eddyville. If you know someone in need of food, clothing, personal hygiene items, toys, etc., please contact the chamber at 270-388-4769 or Mike Stagner, 773-557-5216, to arrange a time to shop.
The Lyon County Distribution Center is stocked full of supplies. If you are in need of supplies, call Krista Grigg at 270-625-6672 to arrange delivery or a time to come and shop.
There has been a relief fund set up through the Caldwell County Chamber of Commerce at Farmers Bank and Trust.
To donate to tornado relief through GoFundMe go to https://gofund.me/fceb7b01
To donate to tornado relief through Venmo, use @Chambertornadofund
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My name is Cindy Dougherty and I own a photo management business in Hopkinsville, KY. I am currently working with Thad Beeler, Executive Director of National Disasters Photo Rescue, a non-profit organization who goes into storm ravaged areas, collects photos and other items, to clean and return to their families. In the next 24 hours, a FaceBook page specifically designed for the “Quad States 2021” tornadoes will be available along with the hashtag “#QuadStates2021” to help centralize the collection, care and return of precious photos and other similar items. Currently, I have created an email called “QuadStates2021@gmail.com” where people can contact me with questions. I may also be reached via phone or text message at 931-614-0427.
We would greatly appreciate getting out the following information to all the people in these affected areas:
PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE do not discard any photos, personal documents, etc collected during the on-going clean up process in areas recently affected by the outbreak of tornadoes. Please take any of these items to your local collection areas and share with them our information, or contact me directly, so we can collect them as soon as possible. If you find photos or documents which are wet, please don’t try to clean them but rather spread them out on a hard surface or hang them with clothes pins to dry. When I pick up these items, I will carefully clean them so they can be returned to their families.
Contact Information:
Cindy Dougherty
Email: QuadStates2021@gmail.com
Voice or Text: 931-614-0427 (please leave a message and I will return your call)
Thad Beeler
For more information or to make a tax deductible donation to National Disaster Photo Rescue, please visit their website at NationalDisasterPhotoRescue.org. A Facebook Page is being set up through the National Disaster Photo Rescue organization which will be available in the next 48 hours along with the hashtag, #QuadStates2021 to help centralize this recovery process.
Legacy Metals at 3735 Prosperity Lane in Hopkinsville is offering temporary storage space for people displaced or with property damage from the tornado.
The 12×12 feet spaces are on a concrete floor in a non-heated warehouse.
Call Legacy Metals Monday through Friday between 7 and 5 at 270-887-0488 for more information.
Challenge House #7- 1505 Phelps Ave, Hopkinsville, KY
24 Hour a day collection site.
Will be distributed to all hits areas in western Ky.
Call Jeffery Littlefield at 2708747018 for more details
Caldwell County – Southern Baptist Convention Disaster Relief Team is in Princeton and prepared to serve. If you need assistance, the number to call is (270) 388-3364.
Caldwell County – Christ Tabernacle Church Food distribution scheduled on Mondays, Wednesday, & Fridays from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM at the old Save-a-lot building on US-62 Princeton, KY 42445.
Caldwell County Animal Shelter has food and resources for cats and dogs available daily. Contact the Animal Shelter for assistance at 270-365-1000, or pick up in-person. Caldwell County Animal Shelter is offering a safe place to shelter your pet as well. The shelter is located on Baker Hill Road, behind Princeton’s City-County Park.
Lyon Co residents that have been impacted by the tornado or have brought others into your home that are displaced please let The Lyon Co Distribution center get you the supplies you need! These supplies are for YOU! If you are unable to pick-up arrangements can be made. Call 270-625-6672.
Temporary Fence panels, round bales and square as well as feed for livestock available now for local farmers and producers who need it. Loading and delivery help is available as well. call for assistance. 270-365-2787 The Caldwell County Extension Office is currently closed to walk-ins. Please contact Shane Bogle, Agriculture and Natural Resources Agent, at 270-625-4653 or Rhonda Jewell, Caldwell Co 4-H Agent at 270-625-8187
Lyon County Residents are reminded if you had tornado damage to your home, or are a renter, FEMA is set up at the Lee S Jones Convention Center OPEN DAILY 8am-5pm. If you have financial losses beyond what insurance and fema offers Wade White wants to hear from you. at 270-625-2744.
If you are a Tornado Impacted Individual and need transportation to a supply or donation distribution center, please contact PACS transportation
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Lyon Co residents call (270) 498-9332
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Hopkins and Caldwell residents call 270-821-3232 or 270-339-9041
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or toll free at 1-800-467-4601
Supplemental assistance is available from the Red Cross to households whose homes were confirmed destroyed or sustained major damage, by recent tornadoes in Kentucky, Arkansas, Missouri and Tennessee.
• Caseworkers are meeting with clients now at local casework sites
• There is NO open – over the phone – enrollment at this time.
• Clients can be directed to casework sites in their communities to open a case or they can call 1- 800-RedCross to find sites
• Full details about this program and eligibility redcross.org / 2021tornadoes.