How to help after the deadly Bowling Green tornado

BOWLING GREEN, Ky. (WBKO) – WBKO News is compiling a list of ways the Bowling Green community can help after Saturday’s deadly tornado. This list is ongoing and will be continually updated.

Shelters / Resources for victims: Kummer Little Recreation Center: Open noon to 6 p.m. for warmth only (no food). Transportation will be provided to Jennings Creek Elementary at closure.

Supplies for Warren County Public Schools will be available at Moss Middle School on Russellville Road from 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Donate blood: TriStar Greenview Medical Center treats several patients with storm-related injuries from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. http://bloodassurance.org/greenview1212 to schedule an appointment. Walk-ins are welcome.

Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund Team: Governor Beshear established the Team Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund to help those affected by tornadoes. All donations to the Team Western Kentucky Tornado Relief Fund are tax deductible and donors will receive a receipt for tax purposes after making their donation.

Kentucky Red Cross: The nonprofit is accepting donations for Mayfield’s recovery. The Red Cross and its partners are working tirelessly to help those in need and ensure that everyone has a safe place to stay, food to eat, essential relief supplies, emotional support and comfort. .

Kentucky Brand: The local clothing store recently listed a new shirt on its website, with 100% of net proceeds going to affected communities in western Kentucky.

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