ROCHESTER, Minn. – In the wake of recent severe storms and flooding, volunteers with the American Red cross serving Southeast Minnesota, working with local emergency management, are distributing clean-up kits Friday, June 28 and Saturday, June 29 in Kasson, Mantorville and Dodge Center while supplies last.
“The Red Cross is working closely with our partners to support our neighbors impacted by the recent flooding,” said Melanie Tschida, Executive Director of the American Red Cross serving Southeast Minnesota. “We encourage everyone be cautious cleaning up - wear protective clothing, and throw out any food, water or medicine that came in contact with flood water. When in doubt, throw it out.”
Red Cross clean-up kits include bleach, a bucket, scrubbers and sponges, mops, brooms, long-handle squeegees, garbage bags, and gloves. Distribution will take place from 1:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. Friday and 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Saturday at the three locations below.
Kasson Fire Department
101 E Main St.
Kasson, MN
Mantorville Fire Department
21 5th St E
Mantorville, MN
Dodge County Highway Department
16 Airport Dr S
Dodge Center, MN
As people begin to clean-up, the Red Cross encourages residents to stay healthy by following these safety tips:
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