Red Cross shelters North Georgia flood victims in Blue Ridge
Georgia ACT says Double Take Thrift Store and churches near Mineral Bluff and McCaysville are collecting clothing, hygiene products and bottled water.
From Georgia Advancing Communities Together· Instagram · Nov 7
Open the post“🚨 NORTH GEORGIA FLOOD RELIEF: OUR NEIGHBORS NEED US! Georgia ACT stands with the families and communities impacted by the devastating flooding across North Georgia, particularly in Fannin County, McCaysville, and surrounding areas. 🏠 Emergency Shelter & Assistance The American Red Cross is assisting displaced residents at the Fannin County Recreation Center in Blue Ridge, where community relief efforts include hot meals, household essentials, and toiletries. ❤️ How You Can Help * Double Take Thrift Store is accepting donations for distribution to flood victims. * Local churches, including those serving Mineral Bluff and McCaysville, are collecting essential supplies. * Donations of clothing, hygiene products, bottled water, and household necessities can help families begin recovering. Georgia ACT believes community means showing up for one another, especially during times of crisis. Rural Georgia matters, and no family should face disaster recovery alone. Please donate if you can, share these resources, and keep our North Georgia neighbors in your thoughts and prayers. Confirm shelter locations and donation drop-off details before traveling. 🔗 Shelter Information: https://wgtjradio.com/red-cross-opens-shelter-for-flood-victims/ 🔗 Additional Relief Resources: https://www.blueridgemountains.com/flooding-november-2026-resource-document/ #GeorgiaACT #NorthGeorgiaStrong #FloodRelief #FanninCounty #RuralGeorgia CommunityStrong NeighborsHelpingNeighbors”
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