Storms Hit Hard But Community Rises | Topeka News

Severe storms left a trail of destruction, sparking calls for federal aid as schools shut down and thousands lost power — but no serious injuries. Community centers like the Central Avenue Center of Hope saw a flood of new faces, kids seeking meals after school closures and refrigeration failures. Amid their own storm damage, volunteers rallied to serve food and groceries, proving the power of local resilience. Disaster groups usually deployed overseas are now answering their own backyards’ needs, spotlighting the vital role of neighborhood partnerships. With outages expected to last days, volunteers and community hubs remain the lifeline keeping residents afloat. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/46d240313cb37e08