AR HCR1007

An EF2 or greater tornado struck near the Saline and Pulaski County lines on April 27, 2014, affecting Mayflower, Vilonia, Paron, Little Rock, and Roland with 68 residential structures damaged or destroyed across nine impact zones and resulting in three deaths (Rob Tittle, Rebekah Tittle, and Tori Tittle).

Pastor Chris Kinzler of Pleasant Grove Baptist Church coordinated recovery efforts with over 1,800 volunteers from churches, schools, organizations, and surrounding communities.

First responders from West Pulaski Fire Department, Pulaski County Sheriff's Department, Paron Fire Department, and Lake Maumelle Fire Department conducted searches, marked damaged structures, and mitigated hazards including downed power lines and gas leaks.

The Arkansas Forestry Commission and Southwestern Energy Company provided equipment and manpower to remove trees and debris to ensure emergency vehicle access to all affected roads and residences.

The House and Senate express sincere appreciation to all responders, aid organizations, and neighbors involved in the response and recovery efforts, and urge Pulaski County and other Arkansas counties to evaluate and improve emergency response procedures.