Gulf South Regional Resource &

Support Mobilization

This webpage is being continually updated and is serving as a central information source for frontline-to-frontline direct resource & support mobilization.

CONTENTS

WHERE TO DONATE MONEY

FRONTLINE INFO

THE ZELLO RADIO APP CHANNELS FOR INCOMING INFORMATION:

The Cajun Navy

Harvey Emergencies Only

Texas Search and Rescue

Texas Navy

CERT Lafayette Louisiana

Houston Harvey

Hurricane Harvey

WORDS OF ADVICE

MORE RESOURCES

Immediate local response and recovery efforts:

Rescue efforts:

Other sources for information:

ENVIRONMENTAL HAZARD REPORTING

TEXAS

Pipeline, or oil and gas related emergency Texas Oil Spill Reporting Railroad Commission 24-hour, toll free emergency hotline at 1-844-773-0305

Air emissions *note: suspension of air quality rules and air quality monitors in effect* TCEQ: 1-888-777-3186, Main Number: 877-228-5740 Emergency Number: 1-844-773-0305



LOUISIANA

Pipeline, or oil and gas related emergency Louisiana Oil Spill Response Louisiana Department of Environmental Quality (LDEQ) 225-342-1234 or 888-763-5424

Debris LDEQ Debris Hotline: 225-364-7901



NATIONAL

EPA (National Response Center ) 1-800-424-8802



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RECOVERY SUPPLIES NEEDED

If supplies are going to a large shelter, separate them into large categories (diapers, flood, medix). If supplies are going to be dispersed to individuals, arrange quick packs of needed items (1 toothbrush & paste, tampons, TP, water, protein bars)

If you are purchasing goods to bring down immediately, prioritize medical & personal. cleanup and household will be needed once water levels lower.

PERSONAL SUPPLIES

Basic toiletries – toothbrushes, toothpaste, period products (diva cups, pads, tampons etc), hair care, soap, lotion, talcum powder

Sleeping bags, pillows, blankets

Baby formula and baby food (MREs do not meet nutritional needs of infants), breast pumps, bottles, bottled water, diapers (cloth or disposable), carriers, strollers, car seats

Children’s toys, games, puzzles, cards, books, art supplies

Water

Nonperishable, high nutrient density food

New, seasonally appropriate clothes of all sizes (for humid, hot weather)

Wheelchairs, walkers, canes, catheters, alcohol wipes, and “diapers” for adults/larger kids with disabilities

MEDICAL SUPPLIES

herbal medicines/tinctures, vitamins, mosquito repellent,ice packs, catheters, colostomy bags, clean needles, bandages (especially the waterproof kinds, NexCare is a good brand), gauze, medical tape (plastic and paper), nitrate medical gloves, antiseptic cleaners, pain relief, sanitizer, tweezers, muscle pain relief balms/ointments, cold remedy (this is just a start. many medical donations would be helpful)

CLEAN UP SUPPLIES

Storage – plastic tubs, contractor bags, boxes, buckets, tarps, duct tape, sharpies

Work tools – especially for demolition: hammers, axes, shovels, crowbars, tarps, screwdrivers, drills, box cutters and extra blades, crowbars, screwdrivers, drills, wheelbarrows, wire cutters, ladders

Cleaning supplies – heavy duty respirator masks (n95 or better), knee high rubber/rain boots, rubber gloves and thick work gloves, bleach, mops, brooms, rakes, garbage bags (especially large contractor bags), sponges, towels, heavy duty paper towels

Mold remediation supplies – borax, tea tree oil or vinegar are herbal products that eliminate black mold, as well as commercial “mold control”/other concrobium/ specifically mold-remediation products which tend to go quickly in affected sites.

Pest Control Supplies- Fire Ant poison, Diatomaceous earth or other alternatives, Mosquito repellent,

HEALTH AND HOUSEHOLD SUPPLIES

Dehumidifiers, fans, flashlights, lanterns – especially solar powered

Solar power chargers, long-lasting/heavy duty/water-resistant power sticks, batteries of all kinds

Dog food and emergency pet supplies like leashes, flea medicine

Large coolers, large cooler bags

Relevant gift cards: Home Depot, Lowes, Target, IKEA, Walgreen’s, H.E.B.

SUPPLY DRIVE DROPOFF LOCATIONS

NEW ORLEANS, LA AND SURROUNDING AREA

Bywater and Marigny 609 St. Ferdinand Street, 70117- Catapult art space Blue metal warehouse next door to hot pink mosaic building; doors will be open

Mid City/Gentilly- contact 832.867.1250 for pick up/drop off

Uptown 5206 Magazine Street, 70115 – Rank and File Books call/text 504-239-7140 for drop-off



BATON ROUGE, LA AND SURROUNDING AREA

Near The Mall call/text 985-232-5925

Garden District and Mid-City 5700 Florida Blvd, Suite 110 (Florida Blvd. side of Mid City tower) – Harvest Moon Listening Room Contact: Jason Hall 7735 N Jefferson Place Cir Apt D, 70809 – private home Text 225-588-1175 for drop-off



LAFAYETTE, LA AND SURROUNDING AREA

Breaux Bridge 1545 Anse Broussard Hwy, 70517 Call owners Malcolm and Jodie Orgero at 337-332-4740



AUSTIN, TX AND SURROUNDING AREA