Appeal for Donations to Help Flood Victims
Perth and Kinross Council has launched an appeal for donations to help those affected by the Alyth floods. On Friday 90 properties were evacuated after a local burn burst its banks and water flooded into the town. A support hub has been set up in Alyth Town Hall for those affected.
The Scottish Flood Forum will be on hand from tomrrow to provide advice and help with insurance claims.
The drop in sessions will be taking place in the Town Hall in Alyth tomorrow, Tuesday 21 July onwards between 2pm and 7pm and in the Church Hall, Tulliebelton Road, Bankfoot on Wednesday 22 July also between 2pm and 7pm.
A spokesperson from the local authority said, "Alyth Town Hall will be open every day this week between 10am and 5pm where help will be on hand to give support to anyone affected by the flood.
"The Council is appealing for cleaning products and food donations to distribute to people affected by the flood. Ideally food donations should be non-perishables. Fresh fruit and vegetables however would also be greatly appreciated as well as further donations of clothing. Please hand in any donations you have to the Town Hall.
"We are endeavouring to link the generous offers of help that have already been received with the people who need it. We want to hear from affected residents about the kinds of things that will make it easier for you to recover from the flooding. "Do you need cleaning products, a willing pair of hands to help with clearing up or DIY supplies for example? Drop in to the Town Hall and let us know what your needs are and we will do our best to match these with the offers of help and assistance and donations we have received from local volunteers and businesses."
Council bosses have also been thanking volunteers for their help since the flood. A spokesperson added, "Perth & Kinross Council would like to give a big vote of thanks to the local community, including the local farming community and local business. "The Council received numerous offers help from residents and businesses, all wanting to support the flood-hit community. Again, thank you for this amazing response."
"The community spirit of people looking out for their neighbours and helping each other as well as the Council and its partners was truly remarkable. Volunteers cleared Alyth Burn including the Pack Bridge which was dammed up by debris including many large trees."
"There are many stories of acts of selflessness, kindness, generosity and heroism by local people who have been performing extraordinary community service and the Council is extremely grateful for this. Please keep at it and keep doing what you’re doing."