As the state braces for extreme critical weather today, the American Red Cross of Colorado urges Colorado residents to make a plan, get a kit and be informed. High winds across the state have prompted Red Flag warnings for the Central Mountains, winter weather advisory for the Central Mountains, high wind warnings for Central Chaffee […]
Preparing for wildfires doesn’t have to be hard, just follow these steps to help make sure your family is prepared to either evacuate or shelter in place. The first step is to determine whether you are at risk for wildfires. Reach out to your state or local government emergency management agency for information. Next, create […]
April 21, 2022, 12:20 p.m. UPDATE – The Red Cross shelter at the Valley Church of the Nazarene is scheduled to close at 1 p.m. The Disaster Assistance Center (DAC) is opening at 4 p.m. If you have been impacted by the wildfire near #MonteVistaCO, we encourage you to visit the DAC at the Ski Hi […]
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 […]
April 16, 2022 10:22 p.m. The American Red Cross of Western Colorado has opened a shelter ready to accommodate anyone needing overnight refuge due to the Duck Pond fire in Eagle county. Red Cross volunteers are standing by to help people with immediate needs, supplies and support. The shelter is located at the Eagle Valley Middle […]
April 15, 2022 9:04 p.m. The evacuation center at the LifeBridge Christian Church is closed for the evening. Red Cross volunteers remain on standby if further assistance is needed. April 15, 2022 6:10 p.m. The American Red Cross of Northern Colorado has opened an evacuation center ready to accommodate anyone needing information or other assistance […]
April 10, 2022 6:37 p.m. The evacuation center at Goodnight Elementary School is now closed! April 10, 2022 5:10 p.m. The American Red Cross of Southeastern Colorado has opened an evacuation center ready to accommodate anyone needing information or other assistance due to the fast-moving brush fire located north of the Arkansas River and east of […]
Today, April 7, is World Health Day, a day on which the World Health Organization (WHO) draws attention to a specific health topic of concern to people all over the world. This annual celebration marks the anniversary of the founding of WHO on April 7, 1948. Climate Change = Chronic Disasters The American Red Cross […]
By Mariama FoFana, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs On December 30, 2021, Elizabeth Kupfner was traveling to Boulder from Superior for a blood work appointment when she realized how strong the wind was blowing. Concerned for her safety, she turned around and headed back home. However, noticing the wind was blowing […]
Written by Lorraine Janson, American Red Cross of Colorado, Mass Care Lead On Saturday, March 26, 2022, the American Red Cross of Northern Colorado had a Shelter Simulation Exercise at Foundations Church in Loveland. We would like to thank Pastors Josh Reiss and Michelle Leggett, along with Church Members, Amber, Rod, James, Meredith, Linda, Patti, […]