Citizens of Hempstead County are being urged by the men and women of the Hempstead County Sheriff’s Department to help meet the needs of those affected by the hurricane in Western North Carolina.
Red River Wrecker of Fulton has agreed to furnish a storage trailer that will be parked behind the old Hempstead County Courthouse to store any donated items. Or you may drop off items at the Hempstead County Detention Center between 8 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
“We are planning on accepting items until Oct. 21,” according to Sheriff James Singleton. “Plans are to leave on Tuesday Oct. 22 en route to Murphy, N.C. and deliver the items.
If you would like to donate any of the below listed items you may call 870-703-9213 to coordinate your donation, drop off.
Needed items:
• Heavy-duty sleeping bags
• New blankets
• Hand and foot warmers
• Cold-weather coats
• Warm socks (for adults, children, and babies)
• Hats, gloves, and scarves
• Face coverings
• Thermal underwear
• Bottled Water
• Canned goods
• Diapers and hygiene items
