The Salvation Army of Rome has added a new mobile canteen to its emergency response and community outreach operations, providing another resource to assist residents across Northwest Georgia, including Chattooga County. The new vehicle was officially unveiled Wednesday, October 21, during a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Rome. The addition is expected to improve the organization’s ability to provide meals, refreshments and other assistance during emergencies and community outreach activities. The Salvation Army of Rome serves Floyd, Polk and Chattooga counties, making the new equipment an important addition to the organization’s regional operations. Lieutenant Cory Tilley and his wife, Captain Cristina Tilley, who lead the Salvation Army’s Rome operations, said the mobile canteen will allow volunteers to take services directly to people in need rather than requiring individuals to travel to the organization’s facilities. The vehicle is equipped with a two-burner stove, industrial coffee maker, refrigerator and generator. These features will allow volunteers to prepare and distribute food and beverages at emergency scenes and other locations where assistance is needed. While the canteen is not designed to operate as a large-scale mobile kitchen, Salvation Army officials say it will greatly expand their ability to respond to emergencies and provide support in the field. The vehicle can be used to assist firefighters, law enforcement officers and other emergency personnel during…
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