NEW RICHMOND, Ohio — New Richmond officials are sharing guidance for volunteers looking to help with recovery efforts as flood water recedes.
The city is currently dealing with receding flood waters, leaving damaged homes and debris in its path back to the river. New Richmond Police said in a Facebook post that access to the village has been limited as a safety precaution.
“We understand that it has been inconvenient to be stopped coming into the village,” the post read. “We are continuing to take steps to keep the village residents and property safe and secure while limiting the access of nonresidents into the village. Please continue to be patient with us as we navigate the next couple days as water levels go down.”
The city said groups or individuals looking to volunteer should call (513)-735-8500.
For those looking for assistance, help can be provided by calling (513)-735-8500 or (513)-553-4146, extension 11.
Donations of money or supplies can be organized by calling (513)-735-8500.
Supplies that are needed, and currently being accepted, include:
- Water
- Personal care items: hygiene kits, toilet paper
- Infant care items: diapers, wipes and formula
- Cleaning supplies: buckets, mops, cleaning agents, paper towels
- Yard equipment: rakes, brooms, garbage bags, gardening/work gloves
Logistics are still being determined, but supply donations can be brought to First Baptist Church of New Richmond, 213 Western Avenue, when the church opens.
For the latest updates, check the city's Facebook by clicking here.
