Evacuation Plans Across Iowa Metro Area Discussed
Officials outline how crises would be handled with Cedar Rapids residents directed to Iowa City Marshalltown or Eldridge during evacuations. Marion Hiawatha Robins and nearby towns would evacuate to Iowa City while others head to Independence Mental Health Institute. Johnson County extols a multi hazard county plan amid public awareness concerns.
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Robins
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Mental Health Institute
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Johnson County
Tom Hansen
Hansen
University of Iowa
Wright
Duane Arnold Energy Center
Emergency evacuation areas and warning systems in schools
A brief note describes warning radios, sirens, and the emergency broadcast system used in schools and day-care centers. The speaker urges awareness and warns that they cannot compel action, providing contact details for the writer.
Iowa Governor Ties Pay Raise to Charity and Education
The governor plans to fund a multiyear pledge to a capital fund drive at his Mount Pleasant church with part of the increased gubernatorial pay, while some lawmakers approved a raise without his consent and others like Vermont and Nevada have also boosted governor salaries to compete for talent.
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Iowa
Matt Paul
Mount Pleasant
Paul
Vermont
Jim Douglas
Nevada
Kenny Guinn
Iowa Workers Ready to Help Evacuees at State Fairgrounds
About 1,000 green canvas cots sit empty as 40 Iowa National Guard soldiers set up a holding area at the Varied Industries Building. Evacuees will be guided through Red Cross services to Public Health and Human Services, then to area hotels for a two week stay with hopes of temporary housing and job access. Toys for Tots volunteers collect items for children.
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Iowa State Fairgrounds
Iowa National Guard
Mark Zirkelbach
Fairgrounds
American Red Cross
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Red Cross
Public Health
Department of Human Services
Iowa
DeVries
How to find groups accepting donations
Lists national relief networks and tips for donating to Hurricane Katrina victims. Mentions National Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster, InterAction coalition of relief agencies, and FEMA charity guidance with website links.
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Interaction
FEMA
How to Donate to Animal Rescue
The ASPCA is rescuing stranded and abandoned animals along the Gulf Coast. Donations support immediate care and recovery. visit www.aspca.org to contribute funds or resources for relief efforts.
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American Society For the Prevention of Cruelty To Animals
Gulf Coast
Aspca.org
Bush Clinton Katrina Fund drive details and appeal
Former presidents Bush and Clinton urge donations to the Bush Clinton Katrina Fund. Donations can be sent to P O Box 4624 Houston TX 77210 4624 or via www bushclintonkatrinafund.org. Des Moines Red Cross reports over 900000 collected to aid evacuees.
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Clinton
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Houston
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