SweetPEAS Taking Up Collection for Disaster Relief in Tornado-struck Suffolk

From staff reports

The SweetPEAS are putting out a call to help those who were affected by the devastating tornadoes that struck Suffolk on Monday.

Suffolk is the hometown of Natalie Cutchin ‘09, who is spearheading the effort.

“By some miracle there was no loss of life however, over 200 individuals were injured and at least 150 homes were completely destroyed. Numerous businesses and even our hospital suffered damage in the terrible storm,” Cutchin wrote in a campus-wide e-mail appealing for help. “I ask you all to please help my hometown!”

The SweetPEAS will place a collection box in Prothro and will be accepting donations to aid in the cleanup and rebuilding efforts. Donations also can be sent to Cutchin’s mailbox at P.O. Box 302.

Checks should be made out to the American Red Cross Suffolk Chapter. Cash is also welcome.