This past Saturday, 3/5/22, a tornado came through Winterset and Norwalk, Iowa causing the death of six people. One more Iowan in Lucas County lost their lives to the tornado also. This tornado is said to be the deadliest to have come through the area in almost 15 years.
We also know that thousands of Iowans lost power and internet due to the storm and numerous people experienced serious damage to their homes, trees, and property.
On behalf of the Disaster Response Committee of the Iowa Psychological Association, the Public Education committee wishes to reach out with some resources should you or your loved ones need them in the aftermath of this weekend's tornadoes. If you, your loved ones, or anyone you may know were impacted, we are thinking of you and would like to assist you.
Please feel free to utilize any of the resources below!
- Red Cross Virtual Assistance Center
- You can connect with the Red Cross immediately by calling 1-833-492-0094
- There is a "request a call" button on this website where anyone can request a call from Red Cross volunteers trained in behavioral health, spiritual care, and health services.
- SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline - 1-800-985-5990
- This 24/7 national hotline provides immediate crisis counseling for people who are experiencing emotional distress related to any disaster or COVID-19.
- Additional resources/articles
For anyone who is experiencing current or heightened distress due to the tornadoes that swept through Iowa this weekend you can also reach out for psychological support to the Iowa Psychological Association at https://www.iowapsychology.org/find-a-psychologist#/.
We are here to support you with education, information, resources, and psychological support!
