Red Cross opens distribution center in Advance, Mo.

ADVANCE, Mo. -- The American Red Cross continues to provide emergency support to individuals and families affected by the flooding in southern Missouri. As the floodwaters begin to recede and people are able to return to their homes, the support role of the American Red Cross is transitioning to a recovery mode. While the need for shelters to house people has declined, the need for clean up supplies and individual and family assistance continues. To respond to these changing needs the Red Cross has opened a distribution site at the VFW Hall in Advance, which is located at 18762 Highway C.

Service distribution sites provide individual and family assistance to residents impacted by the devastating floods in southern Missouri area and will be open daily from 8:30 a.m. until 6 p.m. as long as there is a need. Cleaning supplies, drinking water and other support supplies will also be available at this service distribution site. Information about the distribution site is also available by calling the Red Cross toll-free hot line at 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767).

Stoddard County Emergency Management Director John Prance is also urging flood victims to call 573-614-0705 to discuss qualifying for FEMA aid.