Decorah groups are helping the Cedar Rapids area

Posted: Sat, Aug 15, 2020 10:49 AM

(Photo courtesy of Iowa Derecho Storm Resource Page)

Several Decorah groups are helping Cedar Rapids recover from the powerful storm which caused hundreds of power outages in the community Monday.

Lifehouse Church Pastor Tim Borseth led a group of volunteers from his church on a trip to Cedar Rapids on Saturday, doing a number of projects in the city.

Stevenson Tree Care is taking a group to the Cedar Rapids area on Monday to assist in storm damage cleanup. Donations will be collected through 4:00 p.m. Sunday in front of the Decorah Chick Hatchery in downtown Decorah.

Here is a list of needed supplies (coolers and flashlights are most needed):
Large Coolers
Flashlights with Batteries
Charcoal
Extension Cords - High quality
Candles - Long lasting
Gas Cans with Fuel
Bar & Chain Oil for chainsaws
2-cycle/4-cycle Oil
Non-perishable Foods - granola bars, peanut butter, crackers
Heavy duty yard waste bags
Tarps for covering damaged homes
Generators

Individuals or businesses with questions can call Stevenson Tree Care at 563-382-3810.