Two volunteers with the American Red Cross of Northwest Missouri have responded to a flooding situation in Kentucky.

Northwest Missouri Chapter Ex. Dir. Angie Springs said the volunteers were deployed to Louisville in response to recent flooding.

On Tuesday Kentucky Gov. Steve Beshear declared a state of emergency after severe storms swept through the state.   As of Thursday three people have been confirmed dead.

Springs said the volunteers will help to serve meals and snacks as well as emotional support to residents trying to recover from the flooding.

“I truly believe that the Northwest Missouri Chapter has some of the best staff and volunteers across the nation,” Springs said. “Our volunteers and staff are always willing to leave the comfort of their own homes to help those in need…Primarily because they know that they would want the same assistance if a disaster were to impact our area.”

Financial contributions are being accepted for disaster like the one in Kentucky as well as others across the nation.  Donations can be dropped off or mailed to the Northwest Missouri Chapter at 401 N. 12th St. St. Joseph, Mo. 64501.

For information on how to volunteer with the Northwest Missouri Chapter of the Red Cross call (816) 232-8439.