How a Network of Partners Helped Maggie Diaz Rebuild After Berks County Flooding On July 9, 2023, severe storms dropped more than five inches of rain on Berks County in just a few hours, and flash floods damaged houses, businesses, and schools. Unlike other storms that received national attention, the flood was not declared an [...]

One Man’s Journey to Recover after Hurricane Ida In early September 2021, the remnants of Hurricane Ida tore through eastern Pennsylvania with devastating force. Over the course of six hours, five to ten inches of rain fell across the region and caused severe, widespread flooding. Philadelphia and its surrounding communities were among the hardest hit. [...]

On July 9, 2023, severe storms unleashed more than five inches of rain in Berks County in just a few hours, leading to flash flooding and widespread damage to homes, businesses, and schools. Lutheran Disaster Response ‒ Eastern Pennsylvania (LDR–EPa) has been at the forefront of recovery efforts ever since. A mission of compassion, faith, […]

From March through mid-April, AmeriCorps volunteers are joining with Lutheran Disaster Response to help on critical projects in Berks, Philadelphia, and Delaware Counties. AmeriCorps is a federal agency that addresses community challenges through volunteering and strives to make service a cornerstone of our national culture. Team members work in areas such as environmental stewardship, affordable […]