How to Prepare for Wet Heavy Snow in May

Just when we’re getting settled into summer-time weather, a blast of winter is headed our way. Some of us may have summer-induced amnesia, forgetting all about wintry conditions and the need to prepare for wet heavy snow, poor road conditions and potential power outages.  We have all the critical safety tips here for you to […]

Simms Fire

Simms Fire Response Updates May 20, 08:45 a.m. The American Red Cross of Western Colorado is working closing with local emergency managers and is standing by to respond at moment’s notice if requested by our government partners. For more information about the Red Cross response to the Simms fire follow us on Facebook: @RedCrossColorado  or […]

Acknowledging Our Native American Stewardship

By MaryJo Blackwood, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs The American Red Cross has a very long history of providing assistance in times of disaster, both for personal and larger catastrophes. The recent addition of a new office in Durango gives us a better opportunity to reach out to an underserved population, […]

How You Can Help

You can help people affected by disasters like the High Park fire and countless other crises by making a gift to Red Cross Disaster Relief. Your gift is a commitment to helping people in need, and every single donation matters.  Donate Here The Red Cross is preparing to respond to another extremely active wildifire season […]

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 […]