Wyoming Red Crosser Deploying to Wisconsin

Cheyenne, WY – Thursday, July 20, 2017- Red Cross disaster workers deploying to Wisconsin in response to significant flooding. Flooding in southeast Wisconsin Heavy rains have caused significant flooding over Wisconsin this week and many people have been displaced requiring the opening of multiple shelters. Additional heavy rain is forecast for the region. Sylvia Raumaker, […]

Disaster Workers Heading to California Wildfires

Smoke from California Wildfires. Photo courtesy NOAA/NWS Denver, Wednesday, July 19, 2017 – The American Red Cross of Colorado & Wyoming is sending disaster workers to help with the wildfires currently in California. Dennis Hughes, with the Mile High Area Red Cross will deploy as a shelter supervisor. Hughes is currently the Disaster Program Specialist […]

Here When You Need Us; No Matter Your Rank

Every day, the American Red Cross provides 24/7 global emergency communication services and support to members of the military community and their families. Through a network of volunteers and staff, we are here when you need us; no matter your rank. Recently, we had the honor to talk with Major General Reiner, Adjutant General for Wyoming, about his […]

Peak 2 Fire Response

UPDATE for Peak 2 Fire: Friday, July 7, 7PM: The Red Cross has closed the evacuation center/shelter that was opened for the Peak 2 Fire. All evacuations have been lifted and Red Cross support is no longer needed. Should the fire conditions worsen, the Red Cross stand ready to provide what ever service the community […]

Nearly 270 people helped after disasters in June

American Red Cross of Colorado & Wyoming, July 3, 2017 — The American Red Cross of Colorado & Wyoming responded to calls for assistance, on average, twice to three times a day to disasters of all types. From flooding and house fires, to the collapsed roofs of two apartment buildings in Lakewood, CO.  Of the […]

Red Cross Issues Top Summer and 4th of July Safety Steps

This summer, and specifically as we near the Fourth of July holiday, many people will be traveling, firing up the backyard grill or enjoying fireworks, and the American Red Cross offers a series of steps everyone can follow to safely enjoy the holiday.   Photo Credit: James Ford White Photography   “Everyone looks forward to […]