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cwdavis
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Sep 09, 2017

RVers and disaster relief -- experiences & recommendations?

We've been full-timing for a year & a half and have had a ball. Haven't 'strayed' too far from our home in the SE, but are really enjoying taking the time to see the local sites where we happen to be, discovering what nature & local history have to offer, etc.

With Harvey and Irma, though, and being mobile and still young/healthy enough to make a difference to those in need, we're looking to see how we might become involved in disaster relief.

We'd love to hear from folks involved in using their RV mobility to go into disaster areas, learning about both your good/bad experiences, the organizations you work through, and hearing any recommendations you might have for those of us interested in becoming involved ourselves.

Thanks in advance!
  • I appreciate what you are suggesting but I would wait until things have stabilized in an area before I would go there. Right after a major storm you will not have power, many roads may be blocked, you will not have cell phone service, you will not be able to get fuel, banks and ATM may not be able to dispense cash, and food supplies will be scarce.
    Once power is restored to most of the area and the stores and gas station are being supplied, then it may be a good time to come in to help, IF you can find a place to park your RV with full hook-ups.
  • Well if your the religious type i'm sure there are many of all christian churches that have suffered damage and also their church run schools that could use your help. I say this because many of their members are dealing with their own needs in reconstructing their lives, homes damaged by the floods. Personally I would be more interested in reestablishing the places they worked to bring them back to economic stability. Just my take on it.