By Josh Egbert, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming, Public Affairs
Since the beginning of the year, the American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming continues to respond to emergencies every day across the country and in our communities. In addition to the larger-scale disasters and deployments to help other states, Red Cross volunteers and employees were on hand to assist people after daily emergencies like home fires that cause incredible hardship for the impacted individuals and families. Disaster workers were there with relief and comfort for people facing their darkest hours. They delivered food, shelter, relief and cleanup supplies, basic health services — such as help replacing prescription medications and eyeglasses — and emotional support. In April, the Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming provided support and care to 169 people. Out of the 41 calls, most of the calls were for home fires.
April 2024 Local Disaster Responses
- Mile High Chapter (MHC) responded to 12 calls for service and helped 73 people. The MHC response area includes ten counties in the Denver Metro area.
- Southeastern Colorado Chapter (SECO) responded to 12 calls for service and helped 39 people. The SECO response area includes 16 counties.
- Northern Colorado Chapter (NOCO) responded to six calls for service and helped 20 people. The NOCO response area includes 11 counties.
- Western Colorado Chapter (WECO) responded to six calls for service and helped 26 people. The WECO response area covers 27 counties, serving all Western Colorado and the San Luis Valley.
- Wyoming Chapter (WYO) responded to five calls for service and helped 11 people. The WYO response area covers 21 counties in the state of Wyoming.
