{"id":11127,"date":"2020-03-04T17:35:00","date_gmt":"2020-03-04T17:35:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/salarmyeds.org\/?p=11127"},"modified":"2026-05-15T17:38:26","modified_gmt":"2026-05-15T17:38:26","slug":"salvation-army-responds-to-middle-tennessee-tornado-devastation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/salarmyeds.org\/index.php\/2020\/03\/04\/salvation-army-responds-to-middle-tennessee-tornado-devastation\/","title":{"rendered":"Salvation Army Responds To Middle Tennessee Tornado Devastation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Nashville, Tennessee \u2014<\/strong> \u201cOthers\u201d has been the rallying cry and focal point for The Salvation Army since its inception more than 150 years ago. &nbsp; And never is it better displayed than in times of disaster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A team of trained staff and volunteers are responding to the devastation left after the severe storms and an F3 Tornado ripped through Middle Tennessee. &nbsp;Led by Major Stephen Story, The Salvation Army is utilizing personnel and equipment from not only Nashville but other nearby communities as well. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With three canteens (mobile kitchens) already at work and another arriving today, trained disaster responders with The Salvation Army are providing much-needed food and drinks along with Emotional and Spiritual Care to survivors and first responders. &nbsp; In addition to this specialized equipment, support vehicles are working to transport supplies to affected areas as well as providing service in still hard-to-reach parts of the community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The Salvation Army\u2019s long-time presence in multiple locations across Middle Tennessee allows for quick, local response in times of disaster. &nbsp; With active response in Davidson, Wilson, and Putnam counties, The Salvation Army&#8217;s&nbsp;focus on \u201cOthers\u201d means a focus on our neighbors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Big or small, the needs are the same: &nbsp;food, water, material support, and The Salvation Army\u2019s specialty \u2013 a shoulder to cry on, a hug, a knowing nod, a smile, a prayer \u2013 Emotional &amp; Spiritual Care.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, Salvation Army personnel are working closely with local, state, and federal officials to ensure resources and services are focused where needed most. &nbsp; &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Financial donations are the best way to meet the evolving needs and to support relief efforts. &nbsp;The Salvation Army asks those who want to help the individuals and families affected by disaster to visit www.HelpSalvationArmy.org or call 1-800-SAL-ARMY and designate \u201cdisaster efforts.\u201d &nbsp;Monetary donations will ensure The Salvation Army can meet the most immediate needs of those impacted most. &nbsp; For the latest Salvation Army disaster response news from across the country visit www.SalArmyEDS.org<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>###<\/p>\n<div class=\"credits-overlay\" data-target=\".wp-image-11128\">Christopher 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