Civil Air Patrol joins hurricane relief efforts in Augusta

AUGUSTA, Ga. (WRDW/WAGT) – The Civil Air Patrol’s Georgia Wing joined the Georgia Emergency Management and Homeland Security Agency Sunday for Hurricane Helene relief efforts needed in the aftermath of the storm that left devastation across multiple eastern states.

Civil Air Patrol teams are assisting local officials with humanitarian efforts after the hurricane left millions of homes without power.

Teams of volunteers were sent to three locations in the Augusta area to assist in food and water distribution to local communities.

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The effort frees up emergency responders so they are able to continue focusing on life-saving calls for assistance, according to the Civil Air Patrol.

“Following Hurricane Helene, our trained and professional volunteers are ready to step in and provide critical support,” Georgia Wing Commander Col. Michael Willis. “Our commitment is to support our partners and ensure the people impacted by this disaster receive the assistance they need as quickly and effectively as possible.”

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Hurricane Helene: Community updates from across CSRA

Take a look at the recent updates across the CSRA as a result of Hurricane Helene, including travel warnings, open gas stations, restaurants and grocery stores along with power outages and other updates for the public.

The Civil Air Patrol, the official auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, plays a critical role in emergency services and disaster response operations.

Working in close coordination with state and local agencies, volunteers provide essential support in times of need, often serving as a force multiplier when disasters strike.

Its diverse capabilities include aerial reconnaissance, search and rescue, and ground team support, to ensure timely and effective responses to natural and man-made disasters.

During operations, CAP members assist by conducting aerial photography to assess storm damage, delivering essential supplies to isolated areas, and even performing search-and-rescue missions for missing people.

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