In recent months, ALAN has been actively monitoring several disasters, including, Hurricane Ian, Hurricane Fiona, the Jackson, MS water crisis, flooding in Pakistan, the flooding in Kentucky and Central Appalachia and the war in Ukraine. We encourage you to check in frequently for the latest updates and needs. Or if you’d prefer, feel free to make a donation to support our ongoing humanitarian efforts. Every dollar truly helps.
Situation Snapshot
Get The Latest Information About ALAN's Active Disaster Relief And Response Activities
What's The Latest And How Can You Help With Relief Efforts?
ALAN is actively responding to Hurricane Ian, Hurricane Fiona and other humanitarian needs around the globe.
Click on the Case Number to offer your assistance.
Hurricane Ian
Warehousing
Case 9160: Dry storage 25k – 30k with racking near Fort Myers, FL 33901 – food bank
Case 9156: Small warehouse space in/near Fort Myers to support local distribution
Case 9146: Small warehouse to store < 100 pallets for pet food distribution in Fort Myers 33905
Transportation and Transportation Equipment
Case 9173: Transport serving pans Port Charlotte, FL 33948 to Memphis, TN 38118
Case 9172: Transport cleaning supplies Chicago, IL 60632 to Coral Springs, FL 33076
Case 9162: 53′ truck and trailer (drivers have Class A) Fort Myers, FL 33901 – food bank
Material Handling Equipment
Case 9178: Generator (specs TBD) – food pantry Sanibel, FL 33957
Case 9178: Motorized pallet jack – food pantry Sanibel, FL 33957
Case 9178: Propane forklift – food pantry Sanibel, FL 33957
Case 9164: Push cart for Fort Myers, FL 33913 – donations warehouse
Case 9163: Forklift for Fort Myers, FL 33913 – donations warehouse
Case 9134: 3 x electric pallet jacks
Case 9134: Stretch wrap machines and stretch wrap
Case 9134: Equipment and supplies donation for warehouse: 2 x stretch wrap machine with ramp (1 automatic 1 manual)
Case 9134: Equipment and supplies donation for warehouse: 40 x 20′ x 5000’ ft stretch wrap
Case 9134: Equipment and supplies donation for warehouse: Rough terrain electric stacker — 3000-Lb. Capacity, 62ft. Lift Height
Volunteer
Case 9134: 6 to 7 warehouse volunteers
American Logistics Aid Network is closely monitoring information regarding COVID-19 caused by the novel Coronavirus SARS-CoV-2 and its impact on supply chains. You will find below links for Current Situation updates, Logistics and Supply Chain information, Non-Profit and First Responder information, and Personal/Personnel Safety. We invite your questions and comments via our contact us page.
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Visit ALAN’s Supply Chain Information Center for the most up-to-date information on policies and infrastructure disruptions affecting freight flows. |
Current Situation
Information about the virus from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
Visual of where cases have been identified (note that the numbers may be underreported based on a shortage of testing kits)
Information about the COVID-19 response from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA):
Covid-19 Response Page ENGLISH
Covid-19 Response Page SPANISH
Logistics and Supply Chain Information
Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA): FMCSA Expanded National Emergency Declaration: Including hours of service
CDC Media Releases – Supplying Truck Driver Guidance: CDC Statement on Self-Quarantine Guidance for Greater New York City Transportation and Delivery Workers
Small Business Administration (SBA): COVID-19 Resources
Non-Profits and First Responders
CDC: Interim Guidance for Community- and Faith-Based Organizations
Personal/Personnel Safety
How to keep yourself and your employees healthy: Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) COVID-19 Overview
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): Disinfectants for Use Against COVID-19
If you are a nonprofit looking for support, please click here.
If you are a business wishing to offer assistance, please click here.
Visit our Supply Chain Intelligence Center for the most current weather and COVID impact information.
Federal Resources
OSHA Worker Safety And Health Resources For Hurricane And Flood Cleanup And Recovery
New Planning Tool from FEMA Resilience Analysis and Planning Tool (RAPT)
NOAA National Weather Service Advanced Hydrologic Prediction Services River Forecast Tool including river projections can be found here.
NOAA National Geodetic Survey damage assessment imagery available here. Using the tool, you can zoom into a specific area to see the damage from Hurricane Ian.
https://maps.dot.gov/portal/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=22abf34a657c461f81ae70f42ffa521f
DOT Emergency Preparedness, Response and Recovery Information
Federal Emergency Management Agency
US Chamber National Disaster Help Desk: 888-MY-BIZ-HELP (888-692-4444943)
Disaster Quick Guides for Business and Chambers
Additional Resources
- FedEx Service Alerts
- UPS Service Alerts
- Donate Responsibly to a National VOAD Member
- Survivors who need assistance cleaning their homes – Crisis Cleanup
- Locating family in friends in affected areas – Red Cross Safe And Well Site
The American Logistics Aid Network is actively working with industry partners and nonprofits to coordinate humanitarian aid for Ukrainian refugees. Below is a list of organizations undertaking related efforts. Feel free to contact us with additional questions or inquiries.
Ukraine Refugee Resources
Verify information on relief organizations through Charity Navigator
Adventist Disaster Relief Agency
GlobalGiving Ukraine Crisis Relief Fund
International Committee of the Red Cross
International Rescue Committee
Order of Malta /Malteser International and Order of Malta Aid to Ukrainian Refugees
United Nations World Food Programme
USAID Center for International Disaster Information Ukraine Disaster Resources