A large weather system left widespread damage along the eastern US coast from Florida to New York. In parts of Florida and Alabama, many homes were destroyed and thousands of people left without electricity after high winds and multiple tornadoes damaged power infrastructure. The storms also left roads impassable and pelted communities with large hail.
Our teams were on the ground working alongside Chef Corps member Emeril Lagasse’s team in the region as well as Chef Corps member Kelsey Barnard Clark. Our network of local food truck partners mobilized as well to ensure meals reach people in more isolated regions. We also established public distribution sites in both states where families were able to gather and pick up free, nourishing meals.
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Chef Joey
Chef Joey of Grinnin’ Possum food truck began cooking for impacted families immediately after devastating storms hit Alabama. He picked up local shrimp & sausage to prepare gumbo. Joey also worked alongside WCK after Hurricane Idalia hit the region last August.
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Zap Zap
WCK food truck partner Zap Zap was serving delicious Thai food to families near Panama City Beach just hours after the storms hit the region. Communities in that part of Florida were hit hard by the severe weather.
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Emeril’s Coastal
The team at Chef Emeril’s Coastal in Sandestin jumped to action quickly after storms and tornadoes hit many communities across Florida. They prepared hundreds of sandwiches for people in the Panama City Beach area who were displaced or left without power.
WCK Chef Corps
The Chef Corps is a global network of prominent culinary leaders who champion World Central Kitchen’s work providing fresh meals following crises. Thanks to their generosity, adaptability, and visibility, Chef Corps members are uniquely positioned to accelerate and amplify what WCK can accomplish when we arrive first to the frontlines. Chef Corps member Kelsey Barnard Clark joined our teams in Alabama to serve meals after tornadoes destroyed homes and businesses.
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