Mississippi River Flood Clean Up - Volunteers Requested

Street flooding with sandbags

May 16, 2019

From:  Public Information Officer, 563-484-3036

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

RE:  Flood Clean Up Volunteers Needed

The Scott County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is requesting additional volunteers to assist with flood cleanup efforts being scheduled in Scott County.  As river levels continue to recede, cleanup efforts are increasing.  Please see the following cleanup opportunities:

City of Davenport Cleanup

Volunteer opportunities for cleanup efforts in Davenport are being listed on the City’s website; interested volunteers can sign up for opportunities here: 

            City of Davenport Flooding Volunteer Opportunities

http://cityofdavenportiowa.com/news/what_s_new/flood_cleanup_volunteer_opportunities___requests

Scott County Cleanup

Volunteers willing to assist in cleanup efforts in other areas in Scott County are encouraged to call Scott County EMA.  Volunteers will be registered over the phone and assigned to a flood cleanup location based upon need.  Please contact:

Scott County EMA Volunteer Hotline

563-484-3086

Monday - Friday:  9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (until further notice)

To Request Volunteer Assistance

Private property owners and/or businesses in need of assistance are also being asked to contact Scott County EMA to receive volunteer assistance.  Those requesting assistance will be asked to provide a description of the assistance needed, location, and date/time.  EMA will work to coordinate volunteers with those needing assistance.  Please contact:

Scott County EMA Volunteer Hotline

563-484-3086

Monday - Friday:  9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. (until further notice)