Alabama, Auburn coaches and ADs express condolences after Lee County tornado tragedy
On Sunday, deadly tornadoes struck the Lee County area in Alabama, killing 23 people at last count.
The tragedy has hit home for the Auburn and Alabama communities, who have reached out to offer their support and prayers for those affected by the storms.
As you can see below, Auburn and Alabama coaches and athletic directors were quick to offer their condolences to the affected communities:
Auburn AD Allen Greene:
Our community is shaken but we will persevere together! ? pic.twitter.com/jsDs5pZwyn
— Allen Greene (@AGreeneIV) March 4, 2019
Alabama AD Greg Byrne:
Our prayers go out to everyone impacted by the storms that went through our state and region today.
We will find a proper way to recognize/support at our basketball game on Tuesday.
— Greg Byrne (@Greg_Byrne) March 4, 2019
Auburn football coach Gus Malzahn:
Saddened by the devastation and loss of life in the nearby communities and regions affected by the tornados. My thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted.
— Coach Gus Malzahn (@CoachGusMalzahn) March 4, 2019
Auburn basketball coach Bruce Pearl:
Auburn coach Bruce Pearl on the tornadoes that inflicted so much damage on Lee County on Sunday: pic.twitter.com/ud9Zpc61wR
— Josh Vitale (@JoshVitale) March 4, 2019
Alabama basketball coach Avery Johnson:
#Alabama’s @CoachAvery6 on yesterday’s deadly tornado in Beauregard: “Our heart goes out to those affected by this devastating tornado that claimed the lives of so many people. … We’re just praying for all those families that lost loved ones, that were injured, homes lost.” pic.twitter.com/XY1dzVPYXU
— Alex Byington (@_AlexByington) March 4, 2019
Those looking to help the victims of the tornadoes can donate to the East Alabama branch of the American Red Cross. Find information about the organization here.
