Note: The Food Shippers of America (FSA) encourages its members and affiliated companies to support the important relief work of the American Logistics Aid Network (ALAN) and their current efforts involving the recent devastating flood-ravaged areas in Texas. For several years, FSA and ALAN have been in an active strategic relationship through which FSA encourages engagement between ALAN and FSA’s members.

A few weeks ago, I used a Hamilton lyric to describe one of the events that had made me the happiest this summer. Today, I find myself compelled to use another one of its lyrics for very different reason.

“There are moments that the words don't reach.  There is suffering too terrible to name.” 

I’m thinking of course, about this weekend’s floods in Texas – and the devastating death toll they have left in their wake.  

All of us at ALAN are heartbroken for the many people who have lost a beloved family member or friend because of this disaster. And we have already begun to channel that heartbreak into action.  

Over the past few days, we’ve been coordinating with our non-profit partners who are assisting with early response efforts – and preparing to support them with the critical logistics services, supplies and expertise they’ll require. So stay in touch with us often over the next few days and weeks, because there’s every possibility that your supply chain help or financial assistance will be urgently needed.   

Meanwhile, resist the urge to head to Texas with truckloads of donated goods (it could hamper organized rescue and relief efforts) and if you do feel the need to do something immediate, consider making a cash donation to help support our response activities instead.    

Above all, please pay attention to weather alerts, and consult local flood maps to understand your risk. Floods truly are among the deadliest of storm-related disasters, so having a pre-established plan for how and when to evacuate will save critical moments when they matter most.  

On behalf of all of us at ALAN, thank you for being part of our community. We appreciate each and every one of you, and we are ever thankful to have you in our corner. 

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