Relief Drive To Assist Mississippi Tornado Victims

A house is seen crushed by a tree after thunderstorms spawning high straight-line winds and tornadoes ripped across the state in Rolling Fork, Mississippi, U.S. March 27, 2023. REUTERS/Cheney Orr

Catholic Charities of Acadiana will hold a relief drive to help those who’ve been affected by the recent devastation in Mississippi. They’ll be accepting donations Wednesday, April 5 from 8:00 am till 4:00 pm at the Catholic Charities of Acadiana regional disaster warehouse. It’s located at 403 N Ambassador Caffery Parkway in Lafayette.


Needed items include Diapers (all sizes), Non-perishable food items, Paper towels, Toilet tissue, Personal hygiene items, Tarps 20 feet by 50 feet or larger, and Flashlights. Donated articles will be transported directly to tornado victims in central Mississippi.

Source: KATC