New River Valley Relief Efforts
In the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, our community has come together to offer and provide resources for those in need. A facebook group dedicated to those relief efforts can be joined here. We will do our best to maintain and update efforts below as we move towards recovery and renewal.
Montgomery County Relief Efforts
As you know, Hurricane Helene caused substantial destruction, impacting our local communities in the New River Valley and bordering areas. With record-high flooding, many of our neighbors have experienced loss and are enduring hardships. We want to be a source of comfort and relief during their time of need. With the assistance of Feeding Southwest Virginia, the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce is requesting donations for the following items:
- Nonperishable cans of food
- Bottled water
- Personal hygiene items – toothpaste, toothbrushes, deodorant, toilet paper, etc.
- Linens, towels, blankets, pillows
- Diapers, baby food/formula
You may drop-off items at the Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce at 210 Laurel Street, Suite B, Christiansburg, VA 24073. All donations are due at the Chamber Office by Friday, 10/4 at 1 pm. If you’d prefer your business have its own drop-off center, Feeding SWVA will be delivering 30 boxes to the Chamber. Please respond directly to this email if you would prefer to pick-up a Feeding SWVA box from the Chamber office to be filled. Thank you, Feeding Southwest Virginia, for partnering with us to strengthen our local communities during this difficult time.
If you would like to explore further opportunities regarding donations, we have several local agencies that are helping as well. United Way of Southwest Virginia has stepped forward to raise funding for the emergency respond and long-term recovery efforts from Hurricane Helene. To donate to the 2024 SWVA Regional Disaster Relief Fund, click here.
Radford City:
Radford City crews have begun the recovery process from Hurricane Helene.
Initial steps in this process include assessment of damage, wash down and cleanup of muddy areas, debris cleanup, and Animal Control evaluation and restoration.
Bisset Park remains closed to unauthorized vehicles and use of the Riverway is discouraged until further notice.
Special thanks to the National Guard for sending chainsaw crews to assist with cleanup efforts.
All public utilities are in normal operation.
More updates to come throughout the coming days.
Pulaski County:
Pulaski County and Pulaski County Public Service Authority Announce Assistance for Homeowners Affected by Flooding from Hurricane Helene
PULASKI COUNTY, Va. – Pulaski County and the Pulaski County Public Service Authority (PSA) are working together to provide assistance to homeowners impacted by the recent flooding caused by the remnants of Hurricane Helene. Beginning tomorrow, October 1, and continuing for three weeks, the PSA convenience centers at Bagging Plant Road and Mason Street will operate with extended hours to accommodate the disposal needs of affected residents.
In addition, roll-off containers will be placed near flood-affected areas in Allisonia, Delton, Parrott, and Belspring, and a PSA grapple boom truck will be dispatched to pick up storm debris along the New River in these communities.
Detailed information about the extended hours and debris disposal locations is as follows:
PSA Convenience Centers Operating Hours (October 1–19, 2024):
• Dublin – 5570 Utility Lane: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday-Saturday
• Fairlawn – 7791 Mason Street: 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday-Saturday
Roll-Off Containers:
• Allisonia – Containers will be placed at Odell Park and Allisonia Boat Launch.
• Delton – Containers will be placed at the Clarks Ferry Road/Shulls Lane intersection and the Clarks Ferry Road/Ledge Rock Road intersection.
• Parrott – Containers will be placed at or near the Parrott River Road/Parrott Mountain Road intersection.
• Belspring – Containers will be placed near the trestle on Depot Road.
Grapple Boom Truck Schedule:
The grapple boom truck will operate on the following dates for properties along the New River:
• Allisonia – October 1, 8, and 15
• Delton – October 2, 9, and 16
• Parrott and Belspring – October 3, 10, and 17
Residents are reminded that all items for grapple boom pickup must be placed near the roadside and should not be placed under power lines or low tree limbs.
For more information, please contact the Pulaski County Public Service Authority at (540) 674-8720 or visit www.pulaskicounty.org.
IMPORTANT UPDATES:
Montgomery County has issued a Boil Water Notice:
The Virginia Department of Health in conjunction with the Montgomery County Health Department, and NRV Regional Water Authority Water System are advising residents to use boiled tap water or bottled water for drinking and cooking purposes as a safety precaution.
This precaution is necessary due to historic flooding on the New River creating challenging water quality conditions.
For more info, click here.
