Flooding toll on disaster workers in Cedar Rapids
Firefighters endure 48 hour shifts while Red Cross workers press through sleep deprivation. Linn County Emergency Management, led by Rich Mahaney, coordinates relief with food, water, and mental health support. Emergency staff remain in 24/7 operation to rebuild the community.
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Jeff Linder
Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Red Cross
Peter Teahen
American Red Cross National
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The
Westdale Mall
Sam’s Club
Rich Mahaney
Linn County Emergency Management Agency
Mahaney
Lon
Linn County
World Trade Center
Dairy Queen
EMA
After the flood Cedar Rapids shows debris along Third Avenue
As waters recede in Cedar Rapids residents document flood aftermath with photos. Bricks litter Third Avenue at Second Street in front of the former Clancy's Ltd. store signaling cleanup after the 2008 flood.
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Cedar Rapids
Bowling Street
21St Avenue
Third Avenue
Second Street
Clancy’s Ltd
Faith and Values: Cedar Rapids floods shape church services
In Cedar Rapids from flood damage to St. Wenceslaus and other churches, worshipers adapt services. Baptism with dehumidifier water at Lovely Lane United Methodist reflects resilience and hope for the city. Parishioners share faith, safety, and communal support amid the crisis.
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Cindy Hadish
Gazette
Cedar Rapids
Linda Hansen Bibb
Keaton Schooley
Lovely Lane United Methodist Church
Bibb
Salem United Methodist Church
First Ave
Lesley
St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church
Fifth St. SE
St. Wenceslaus
Immaculate Conception Church
Third Ave
St. Patrick’s Catholic Church
Fifth St
Russell Bleich
First Presbyterian Church
Westminster Presbyterian
Third Ave. SE
Westminster
Cedar Rap
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