Training American Red Cross volunteers and employees on how to respond before, during and following a disaster event is a critical part of disaster planning. It is essential that emergency response teams know their roles inside and out. Last week, the Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming held a Specialty Vehicle Service Delivery workshop to […]
Red Cross Stands By to Offer Assistance to Those Impacted By Flooding Red Cross of Wyoming provides assistance and safety tips to the community in Albany County CHEYENNE, WY, AUGUST 15, 2022 — If you were impacted by the flooding on Saturday in Laramie as well as more rural areas of Albany County, the American […]
Today, more than 250 trained Red Cross disaster workers are on the ground in Kentucky — with dozens more in other locations — providing shelter, meals, emotional support and replacing prescription medications, eyeglasses or critical medical equipment, like canes and wheelchairs, which were left behind in the rush to get to safety. More help is […]
Response Updates July 17, 9 p.m. The evacuation center is closed. July 17, 7:30 p.m. Larimer County Sheriff’s Office issued mandatory evacuations due to a fire burning in Red Feather Lakes. The wildfire is located in Lone Pine Court in Red Feather Lakes, and mandatory evacuations are ordered for the Fox Acres area north of […]
Response Updates July 12, 4:30 p.m. The American Red Cross of Colorado is working closing with local emergency managers and is standing by to respond at a moment’s notice if requested by our government partners. For more information about the Red Cross response to the brush fire burning near Mt. Lindo off US 285 in […]
This summer, turn your compassion into action when you volunteer with the American Red Cross. Communities across the country count on the Red Cross every day. The need remains critical and constant during the summer months. From helping people effected by disasters, like home fires and floods, to supporting the collection of lifesaving blood, you […]
An extreme heat event is a series of hot days, much hotter than average for a particular time and place. Extreme heat is deadly and kills more people than any other weather event. Climate change is making extreme heat events more frequent, more severe and last longer. But we can take action to prepare. Prepare […]
Floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. In Colorado and Wyoming, flooding often occurs following snow thaw or after several days of sustained rain. Flash floods occur suddenly due to rapidly rising water along a stream or low-lying area. Learn what to do to keep your loved ones safe! Download the free […]
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 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 […]