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Eastern Maryland Salvation Army Prepares for Earl
BALTIMORE, MD – All Salvation Army units have been notified of the potential impacts from Hurricane EARL. Personnel on the Eastern Shore of Maryland are working with local Emergency Management personnel in preparation for a response if it becomes necessary.
“At this time we are monitoring the weather situation and working with our local personnel to ensure that all equipment and needed supplies are ready in the event that Hurricane Earl affects the residents of the Eastern Shore of Maryland. This preparation is being coordinated with county and state emergency management officials”, said Major David Singletary, Emergency Disaster Services Director for the Maryland & West Virginia Division.
The Salvation Army encourages all residents in Earl’s potential path to prepare an emergency supply kit, an evacuation plan and to stay informed of all warnings and potential protective actions. Disaster response professionals in Maryland recommend visiting www.mema.state.md.usfor tips in developing their individual family preparedness plan.
The Salvation Army asks people who want to help those affected by Hurricane Earl to visit www.salvationarmyusa.orgor call 1-800-
