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Chris Street, field organizer with the John Edwards for President campaign, is organizing a relief effort for the residents of Fruitland.

The following items are being collected:

• Tarps
• Bungee Straps
• Flashlights
• Rope
• Laundry Soap
• Fabric Softener
• Toiletries

Donated items should be delivered to the campaign's Davenport office, 1225 E. River Dr. (One River Place building, 2nd floor, entrance in the back).

Supporters were in Fruitland today and plan to return later in the week to help with removing debris and tree branches.

Today, Gov. Chet Culver appealed to the federal government for disaster assistance. Tornadoes cut a 16-mile path of damage from Grandview through Fruitland and into Muscatine last Friday. The state reports an estimated $2.7 million in damage to public buildings, parks and recreation facilities. There has not yet been an overall estimate on damage to private property, including more than 100 homes.

More information is available by emailing Chris.