Hurricane Helene is one of the deadliest storms in recent history. Claiming at least 166 lives, with 600 still unaccounted for, Helene’s catastrophic impact is still being felt in the eastern United States.
Even in the face of so much destruction, many truckers are characteristically anxious to help. Others are in desperate need of help.
Here are ways to give and get help for victims of Hurricane Helene.
How to Help During Hurricane Helene
Several organizations have rapidly formed to address the aftermath of Helene.
American Logistics Aid Network
The American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) is coordinating plans to move resources into North Carolina. Through their website, you can volunteer to coordinate supplies.
In addition to volunteer work, you can donate to ALAN to ensure that operations continue throughout the disaster relief process.
Convoy of Care
Atlanta’s ‘Convoy of Care’ will deliver supplies to Georgia communities that Helene has impacted.
Truckers wanting to make a difference in Georgia can contact the Georgia Motor Trucking Association to coordinate the deliveries.
FEMA
The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) coordinates loads for emergency supplies delivered to disaster-stricken areas. These loads can include:
- Rescue equipment
- Emergency food
- Drinking water
- Medical devices
- Construction
- Generators
- Cleanup supplies
- …and more.
To become a FEMA-approved driver, visit their website here to review the application process.
How to Get Help During Hurricane Helene
Several truckers have been personally affected by Hurricane Helene. If you are in a difficult situation, here’s where to get help.
Truckers Final Mile
The Truckers Final Mile program’s primary goal is to “reunite truck drivers and their families in times of crisis.”
With Hurricane Helene making it especially difficult for truckers to return home, this charity may be a tremendous source of relief to stranded drivers.
Meals for 18 Wheels
The Meals for 18 Wheels initiative seeks to provide homemade, nutritious meals to truckers on the road. For truckers in a problematic situation due to Hurricane Helene, physically or financially, this initiative can help you get fed.
Truckers may request three meals in a six-month period.
Trucker Down
If Hurricane Helene injured you, Trucker Down may be able to help.
Trucker Down can provide financial support to qualifying truckers experiencing injury, illness, or loss of life.
To see if you qualify, visit their website.
Hurricane Helene has left a devastating toll on truckers and residents of the affected areas.
If you are a trucker looking to help, there are ongoing initiatives you can join to provide relief. If you have been affected by Helene, there are resources to get help.
As hurricane season continues, we implore all truckers to exercise caution as you keep the nation moving through times of crisis.
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