The current temperature in the tornado areas in Oklahoma ranges around 80 degrees F (27 degree C) at daytime. For the next days more rain and hail is predicted. Travel as light as you can but be ready for the weather:

  • State/National Identification
  • Sensible comfortable, sturdy work boots for long working days
  • Rain jacket
  • VM T-Shirt and Jacket
  • Long-sleeve shirts
  • Long pants that are durable or cargo type pants
  • Towel/hand cloth
  • Hat or baseball cap (several, in case you lose one)
  • Sunblock
  • Sunglasses
  • Hygiene supplies
  • Sleeping bag and sleeping mat
  • Thick working gloves
  • Flashlight
  • Pens, paper, journal
  • Plastic bags large and small for dirty stuff/storage
  • Vitamins, Salt and Potassium tablets

For more information contact Nancy Levin at the International Volunteer Ministers Office at: 1-800-435-7498 (USA & CANADA) or +1 323-960-1949

Be ready for cleanup work!