The tornado that devastated Rolling Fork, Mississippi, on Friday night has been given an EF-4 rating, which means the top wind gusts were between 166 mph and 200 mph.
Hundreds of people are displaced in Mississippi, as the tornado destroyed houses, cars, businesses, schools, and other infrastructure. The governor of Mississippi has declared a state of emergency. As of this morning, President Biden approved a disaster declaration in Mississippi.
Convoy of Hope’s Disaster Services team has arrived in the impact zone with relief supplies. The team has already begun distributing essential resources and assessing the damage. Convoy is in consistent communication with partners in the area about the ongoing needs of affected communities.
Today, the team will work with partners to do mobile distribution in neighborhoods within the impact zone. Convoy will also assist with cleanup efforts that are taking place throughout the area.
The need is great in Mississippi. Entire communities are devastated. Convoy of Hope is there to provide relief supplies, support, and hope amid grief.
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