Paintsville
Kentucky Relief – Flood Response
July 2015 – August 2015
In 2015, AHAH provided flood response support in Paintsville, Kentucky, assisting families with cleanup and basic home repairs.
Disaster Profile
Heavy storms caused flash flooding in areas of Kentucky on July 6, 2015, devastating an eight-mile stretch of residential neighborhoods and rural land. In Johnson County, the most affected region of Kentucky, there were reportedly 150 homes completely destroyed, with 400 more severely damaged
Our Response
Supporting Families Through the Donations Center and Field Work
Our response team managed the main Donations Center, helping those who lost everything. Teams in the field also did minor tree work as well as clearing debris in creeks that were in danger of more flooding.