Disaster Relief
Published:
August 26, 2017
Last updated:
March 30, 2026

Hurricane Harvey Update

Disaster Relief
Published:
26 Aug 2017
Last updated:
30 Mar 2026
Key Takeaways
  • NECHAMA is preparing for a potential deployment to Texas in response to Hurricane Harvey.
  • Hurricane Harvey has devastated large sections of the Texas coast and inland where rainfall totals have reached 20+ inches of rain.

NECHAMA is preparing for a potential deployment to Texas in response to Hurricane Harvey. In the next few weeks, we will be sending assessment teams to survey and scout the region for potential deployment locations once first responders have cleared us to enter communities.

Hurricane Harvey has devastated large sections of the Texas coast and inland where rainfall totals have reached 20+ inches of rain. NECHAMA is looking at a potential deployment to engage in muck and gut activities to assist homeowners affected by flooding due to rainfall and storm surge.

You can support NECHAMA's potential deployment by donating today to ensure we have the funds needed to assist these communities.

Posts authored collectively by the NECHAMA team. NECHAMA: Jewish Response to Disaster is a leading national organization in disaster preparedness, response, and recovery, guided by the Jewish value of Tikkun Olam.

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