With a levee breech in Holt County, the American Red Cross has a shelter in Mound City standing-by to receive people that need to evacuate their homes.
The shelter is located in Mound City at the First Christian Church, 402 East 5th Street. Residents needing shelter are encouraged to call the Red Cross at 816-232-8439 or 800-378-8439 to inform the Red Cross that shelter is needed for their family and how many will be coming to shelter.
The County Commission and Emergency Management officials urge residents to take action now. A release from Holt County Commission states, “Residents of Big Lake and rural residents situated east of the newly constructed “High Bank Levee,” are urged to evacuate now as their property is in imminent danger.”
For question on emergency sheltering, please contact the American Red Cross, Midland Empire Chapter at 816-232-8439.