By Janet Koelling, American Red Cross Public Affairs Photos by Tom Hobbs September 2021 Families are still reeling from the landfall of Hurricane Ida that hit weeks ago. Along the Gulf Coast, the American Red Cross is helping people in multiple states who are struggling with the heartbreaking damage left by Ida, along with widespread […]
As fall weather rolls in, images of sweaters, red and brown leaves and pumpkin carving come to mind. Unfortunately, fall also brings flu risks, increased instances of home fires and other safety issues that can disrupt a home or community, such as a power outage on a cold night or a bad thunderstorm. In the event […]
At the American Red Cross, we believe that being informed is one of the best ways to keep you and your family safe from imminent disasters. The Red Cross offers a multitude of different apps for your mobile device to keep you informed and better prepared for any emergency that may come your way. First […]
Disasters can happen anywhere, anytime—even in someone’s own home. September is National Preparedness Month and the American Red Cross is urging everyone to take three easy steps to get their household ready for emergencies. These three action steps are as follows: Get a Kit, Make a Plan, Be Informed. This post will give you all […]
Disasters can happen anywhere, anytime—even in someone’s own home. September is National Preparedness Month and the American Red Cross is urging everyone to take three easy steps to get their household ready for emergencies. These three action steps are as follows: Get a Kit, Make a Plan, Be Informed. This post will give you all […]
Dana Goldsmith and her Disability Integration team work to ensure that every person affected by the 2021 California Wildfires has a safe place to stay no matter their functional needs. By Catie Ballenger, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs Dana Goldsmith had deployed with the Red Cross 27 times. These deployments have […]
By Rick Padden, American Red Cross Public Affairs Name: Barbara Watts Location: Windsor, CO Length of service: 3 years GAP: Disaster Health Services Deployments: 3 Wearing a mask to protect against Covid-19 has never been a problem for Barbara Watts. She wore one as a registered nurse for 46 years in hospitals, before retiring three […]
National Preparedness Month: Emergencies more frequent, larger due to climate change — get ready now The American Red Cross urges everyone to get their households prepared now The impact of climate change is being felt by families across the country as more intense storms, heavier rain, higher temperatures, severe droughts and record-setting hurricanes and wildfires. […]