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Greenfield woman says she's 'lucky to be alive' after being trapped under house
GREENFIELD, Iowa (KCCI) -- Cheryl Ringer hid in her basement as the tornado crushed her home last Tuesday in the deadly Greenfield tornado. Once the storm had passed, she found herself trapped and could see only a few small rays of daylight. "I noticed that I couldn't move my legs...
Greenfield residents need more volunteers as they take time to remember those who lost their lives in the storm
GREENFIELD, Iowa — People in Greenfield continue to work to salvage the part of town ripped apart by the May 21 deadly tornado, but the town stopped for a moment to honor the lives lost. Four people died in Greenfield, and another was killed in the storm in Adams...
Greenfield firefighters serve from farm warehouse after tornado destroys station
Greenfield's fire station was destroyed last week when an EF4 tornado tore through the community. Along with the building, three fire trucks and 12 sets of gear were damaged. Four firefighters also lost their homes. But the volunteer crew is still serving the community thanks to a nearby warehouse on...
Greenfield Tornado Update
(Greenfield) The Adair/Guthrie County Emergency Management Office updated the latest information for Greenfield tornado survivors. *There is a burning ban in the City of Greenfield until further notice. *The National Weather Service says there is potential for storms this afternoon. *They are no longer accepting physical donations. Monetary donations can...
Cass County Supervisors Approve Second Reading of Resolution Declaring EMS an Essential Service
(Cass Co) The Cass County Board of Supervisors approved the second reading of a resolution declaring Emergency Medical Services an Essential Service in Cass County. The approval followed a public hearing. Bob Reynolds with the Atlantic Fire Department was at the meeting to show his support. Upon final adoption of...
Cass County Secondary Roads Employees Volunteer Time in Greenfield Clearing Debris
(Cass Co) Cass County Secondary Roads Employees spent time in Greenfield last week helping clear tornado debris. Engineer Trent Wolken told the Board of Supervisors Friday morning that he reached out to Adair County following the tornado on May 21st as their Secondary Roads Department was right in the path of the tornado.
Volunteers offer free child care for Greenfield parents impacted by tornado
DES MOINES, Iowa — It has been about a week since the deadly EF-4 tornado hit Greenfield. But even as the town continues to recover from the tragedy, kids in Greenfield are spending the afternoon playing and smiling. This is possible thanks to a national organization called Project Camp....
M-A-R-C Open in Greenfield Sunday and Monday
(Greenfield) Adair and Guthrie County are partnering with local disaster assistance organizations to open a “one-stop shop” for tornado survivors of the Greenfield tornado. The Multi-Agency Resource Center will be open from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. on Sunday (June 2) and from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. on Monday (June 3) at the Nodaway Valley Elementary School.
Cass County Auditor’s Office Open Saturday for 2024 Primary Election Voting
(Cass Co) The Cass County Auditor’s Office is reminding voters that they will be open Saturday, June 1, 2024, ahead of the June 4 Primary Election. The Auditor’s Office will be open on Saturday, June 1, from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. The office will be open for absentee voting and any other election business.
Duluthian volunteers with American Red Cross in Iowa after storms
DES MOINES, Iowa. (Northern News Now) - In the past few days, severe weather has caused death and destruction across many communities around the United States. When disaster strikes, many volunteers leave home to go help impacted people put their lives back together. As people in Greenfield, Iowa are picking...
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