Disaster Relief & Community Resources

When severe weather or a disaster impacts our communities, neighbors come together to help. This page is a central place to find information on how you can help those affected, including trusted organizations accepting donations, local disaster relief efforts, Red Cross resources, volunteer opportunities, and other important information. We’ll continue updating this page as new resources become available so you can find reliable ways to give, get help, and support our community during times of need.

 

MONITOR FLOODED ROADS: INDOT EAST CENTRAL


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CURRENT TRAVEL ADVISORY:

Level III Travel Prohibited- (Travel Warning) Flooding Emergency Has Been Extended

On August 12th, 2026 at 3:00 P.M. the Wayne County Commissioners declared a Level III Travel Prohibited Flooding Emergency to be in effect in Wayne County, the City of Richmond and the Town of Centerville. This flooding emergency declaration has been extended, until 6:00 P.M. on August 13, 2026

 

**EDIT 1:02pm: Richmond’s Mayor Oler and Wayne County Emergency Management: The City of Richmond Building has been given permission to waive adherence to the level 3 advisory for the county.


EMERGENCY SHELTER:

Red Cross has established an emergency shelter at the Kuhlman Center at the Wayne County Fairgrounds for individuals and families who need immediate assistance.

Please do not take unnecessary risk. Your safety is a priority.


DONATION INFORMATION:

 

 

  • Cen-Sor Security in Cambridge City (1005 E Main St, Cambridge City, IN 47327): 

    • We are setting up a station for people to drop off clothes blankets etc at Cen-Sor in Cambridge. Also at 1:30 we will be cooking hamburger and hot dogs as well." 1005 E Main St, Cambridge City, IN 47327
       

  • The Jackson Township Trustees Office phone lines are out of service. Any Jackson Township resident needing assistance may call the township cell at 765-591-4917. In addition, they are using the Cambridge Christian Church as the point of contact for any donations of water, food, money, etc.

    The Golay Center now has power and is being used as a Red Cross Shelter.

    You can text Dan Berry at 765-541-0523, contact them through their Facebook page, or email dberry@4c.church

  • Canal Event Center - 107 W Main St Cambridge City, IN 47327