TJMS 05.10.10: Roland Talks with Tiani Jones of WKRN TV about the Flooding in Nashville Tennessee
Roland talks with Tiani Jones reporter for WKRN TV in Nashville about how the floods have affected African-American communities. Jones details that the response in African-American communities was slow. Shelters were not set up in some areas for at least 3 days after the flood.
24 deaths have been reported and there are a number of people still missing. 41 counties have been declared disaster zones. The governor is asking to have 50 counties declared disaster zones. According to Jones Washington has been doing a good job getting areas declared as disaster zones so that people can get federal relief help.
People who need help should Call 1-800-621-FEMA to apply for federal aid.
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