By Josh Egbert, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs Paul Hyde is no stranger to the American Red Cross. He first began volunteering years ago when he lived in Indiana. “This is the second time around volunteering with the Red Cross both here in Colorado and Indiana. I enjoy working as a […]
By Josh Egbert, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming, Public Affairs Cindy Eldenburg first joined the American Red Cross as a volunteer at the end of 2020, and now each week she makes sure other volunteers know “the happenings” of the Colorado and Wyoming region. “The Red Cross is one of the few organizations […]
By Violet Chazkel Every year millions of people are left struggling in the aftermath of severe weather events. Severe weather, including thunderstorms, tornadoes, floods, and fires, can strike anytime, anywhere, leaving individuals and communities vulnerable to damages and deaths. The American Red Cross acknowledges the increasing threat of climate change for safety of families. Climate […]
Snowmelt could bring relief for thirsty Colorado and Wyoming reservoirs, but if it happens too hard and fast, it could result in flooding in spring. Flooding following thawing snow or 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 […]
By Josh Egbert, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs Last September, Paulina was running a marathon on the Regis University campus in Denver. After she finished the 5K, she heard someone yell that there was a man down. Paulina ran over to the man who was on the ground, unresponsive and not breathing. Bleeding […]
A spring storm is expected to bring winter-like conditions to the region. Heavy snow in the high country and rain and thunderstorms are expected in parts of Colorado this week. As the storm approaches, now is the time to prepare for wet heavy snow, poor road conditions, heavy rains and potential power outages. We have […]
Response Updates April 15, 2023 3:36 p.m. The American Red Cross of Southeastern Colorado is responding to the North Creek Fire near Beulah, CO. The Red Cross and partners have opened an evacuation center for impacted residents to go. The Evacuation Center is located at Roncalli Middle School: 4202 HWY 78, Pueblo, CO 81005. Anyone […]
Response Updates April 2, 2023 11:30 a.m. Local officials have rescinded all mandatory evacuation orders relating to the 403 Fire. All areas under mandatory evacuation have been downgraded to pre-evacuation. Residents that evacuated may return home but should be prepared to again evacuate should fire behavior change. Only residents will be able to enter areas […]
By Josh Egbert, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs Hannah Hoffmann was attending an academic conference in 2022 when she met an American Red Cross employee who was also attending the conference. During the meeting, Hannah decided she wanted to get involved with the Red Cross. “It was this personal interaction that […]
By Mary Jo Blackwood, American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming Public Affairs It all started with Clara Barton on the battlefields of the Civil War. Her work led to the formation of the American Red Cross, and its initial mandate of taking care of our military. We are still doing that, constantly evolving to […]