(BNSF Railway issued the following on May 5, 2011.)
FORT WORTH, Texas — The BNSF Foundation (BNSF) today announced it has donated $100,000 to the American Red Cross for on-going relief efforts for the tens of thousands of people affected by the tornadoes that struck several Southern states on April 27, 2011.
Preliminary estimates indicate that the storms destroyed or damaged more than 13,000 homes across six states; more than 10,000 in Alabama alone. According to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA,) April 27, 2011, now holds the record for being the deadliest single day for tornadoes since 1925.
BNSF’s contribution is being made through the American Red Cross Chisholm Trail Chapter in Fort Worth.
While significant funds have been raised, there is still more relief needed. To contact the American Red Cross or donate online, visit www.redcross.org.