Jackson Co. water drive for families affected by Hurricane Helene

KANSAS CITY, Mo. — Jackson County legislator Manuel Abarca IV and local businesses are coming together to provide relief for families affected by Hurricane Helene.

The water drive is being coordinated by the Kansas City Fire Department, IAFF Local 42, Teamsters Joint Council 56, Local 41 Teamsters and Community Food Network Harvesters.

After hearing about the devastation Helene had caused at a gathering of the National Association of Hispanic County Officials, Abarca decided to get involved.

“This is the show me state,” he said in a statement.

“Home of the soon to be 3-time champion Kansas City, MO Chiefs and future division champion Kansas City, MO Royals. As Champions, we MUST contribute more than we have been blessed with and I am thankful to have the relationships established through NACo, NAHCO and the community to collaborate in this way,” the statement continued.

Those wishing to donate cases of water can drop them off at these locations from October 7 to October 14:

• KCFD Station 14: 8300 N. Brighton Ave. Kansas City, Mo. 64119.
• KCFD Station 35: 3200 Emanuel Cleaver Blvd. Kansas City, Mo. 64130.
• KCFD Station 36: 9903 Holmes Rd. Kansas City, Mo. 64131.

Additionally, NAHCO has launched a GoFundMe page in support of those affected by Hurricane Helene. Abarca has also called on Missouri Governor Mike Parson to send state resources and support to the affected region.

To get involved, contact the office of legislator Manuel Abarca IV at 816-462-7369.

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