UPDATE: May 18 at 11:00 a.m.
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office says that they are in need of food, hygiene items, clothing, blankets, and any other items that can help storm victims. They add that they are especially in need of tarps.
The donation site for items is at Hart Missionary Baptist Church, located at 1 Hart Baptist Church Road in London.
For questions, you may contact Public Affairs Deputy Gilbert Acciardo at 606-864-6600.
The Laurel County Sheriff's Office also says that if you find something that belongs to someone else, you can bring it to the sheriff's office, where it will be documented. The sheriff's office states they will do everything they can to reunite lost items with owners.
Original Story:
Two Laurel County churches will now serve as shelters for tornado victims, with one serving as a hub for those looking for missing relatives.
According to Kentucky State Police Trooper Scottie Pennington, First Baptist Church and the Faith Assembly of God are opening their doors.
First Baptist Church
804 W. Fifth Street, London, KY 40741
Sheriff John Root of the LCSO says that 20 cots are available at the warming station, and donations, including personal hygiene products and food, can be dropped off at the church. The sheriff also states that volunteers are needed to work at the warming center location.
First Assembly of God
390 Faith Assembly Church Road
London, KY 40741
Those who are missing a relative or a loved one are encouraged to proceed to speak with a KSP detective or the Laurel County Sheriff's Office at the First Assembly of God.
The missing person detail is set to begin at 9 a.m.
Housing for the displaced
The Laurel County Sheriff’s Office says that anyone who is displaced by the storm should call 606-521-3119. Housing will be provided courtesy of Praxel.
