Providing a Chance to Start Over

By Kim Mailes, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs “When the fire broke out,” said Tami Brost of Laramie, Wyoming, “my first thought was, What is with this? I just can’t handle anymore.” Fire had tormented Tami for a long time. While she was still living at home with her parents as […]

Specialty Vehicle Service Delivery Workshop

Training American Red Cross volunteers and employees on how to respond before, during and following a disaster event is a critical part of disaster planning. It is essential that emergency response teams know their roles inside and out. Last week, the Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming held a Specialty Vehicle Service Delivery workshop to […]

Flash Flooding in Wyoming

Red Cross Stands By to Offer Assistance to Those Impacted By Flooding Red Cross of Wyoming provides assistance and safety tips to the community in Albany County CHEYENNE, WY, AUGUST 15, 2022 — If you were impacted by the flooding on Saturday in Laramie as well as more rural areas of Albany County, the American […]

2022 National Preparedness Month

National Preparedness Month: Preparing for frequent and intense weather events Climate change is impacting more families across the U.S, last year over 40% of Americans were living in a county struck by a climate disaster. We are experiencing significant wildfires, more extreme storms, heavier rain, higher temperatures and stronger hurricanes. In the past 20 years the U.S […]

Teamwork That Rebuilds and Saves Lives

By Mary Jo Blackwood, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs The American Red Cross is masterful in its ability to build partnerships that meet needs while using scarce resources more wisely. That allows each organization to do what they do best and outsource other services to fill gaps in needs during disaster […]

Flooding Safety

Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. In Colorado and Wyoming, flooding often occurs following snow thaw or after several days of sustained rain. Flash floods occur suddenly due to rapidly rising water along a stream or low-lying area. Learn what to do to keep your loved ones safe! Download the free […]

Northern Colorado Chapter hosts Recovery Summit

By Pat Kondas, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming, Public Affairs The increasing number of large disasters over the last several years has meant more people are being displaced for longer than the immediate aftermath of the disaster. To address this, the American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Disaster Cycle Services hosted a […]

Rebecka Brayton

“…exciting and terrifying with a feeling of accomplishment tossed in for good measure.” By Pat Kondas, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs When there’s a house fire or other local emergency, American Red Cross workers are not normally first responders. That’s the job of firefighters and Emergency Medical Technicians. But sometimes they’re […]

Wyoming Red Cross recognizes outstanding volunteers

By Pat Kondas, American Redd Cross of Wyoming Public Affairs The 2022 American Red Cross of Wyoming Volunteer Recognition ceremony was held earlier this month to honor some of the outstanding volunteers who serve the state. Volunteers are the backbone of the Red Cross. Besides deploying to disasters around the country, volunteers respond to house […]

Red Cross Honors Wyoming Organization, Hunting with Heroes

Hunting with Heroes, a Wyoming organization whose commitment to giving back to our nation’s disabled veterans is remarkable.  For the heroic and lifesaving mission of Hunting with Heroes, Dan Currah and Colton Sasser will receive the 2022 Services to the Armed Forces Hero of the Year award at the American Red Cross of Colorado and […]