Mark Pope spotted helping clean debris in London Kentucky
LAUREL COUNTY, Ky. (ABC36 NEWS NOW) — As communities across Kentucky continue to recover from deadly storms that claimed 19 lives — most in Laurel County — many are stepping up to help. Among them is University of Kentucky men’s basketball coach Mark Pope.
Over the weekend, Pope was seen in London clearing tree debris from damaged homes, lending a hand to neighbors in need.
He described the devastation as “heartbreaking,” but said Kentuckians are strong and will rebuild together.
“This is what we do — we show up for each other,” Pope said.
Anyone wishing to support storm victims can donate to the Team Kentucky Storm Relief Fund by clicking here.