Examining the role of the American Red Cross during emergencies

How to help those impacted by disasters after Oklahoma wildfires

To help those impacted by disasters including wildfires, storms, and countless other crises, KOCO 5 stands with the American Red Cross and the Oklahoma Region in their mission to support those impacted by disasters big and small.

Government officials across the country, from county commissioners to the president of the United States, know what March means: It’s time to sign a proclamation declaring it American Red Cross Month. The Garfield County Board of Commissioners, continuing a tradition started by President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1943, paid tribute to the Red Cross on Monday. “The Red Cross is proud to be a part of this community,” Jacque Whitsitt, a member of th…

Examining the role of the American Red Cross during emergencies

JoDee Kenney sits down with Ken Turner, regional disaster officer for the Red Cross. He spoke about the preplanning the Red Cross does all year long.

Red Cross Giving Day, March 26, rallies 30,000 supporters to deliver aid when help can’t wait after disasters - Boonville Daily News

Financial and blood donations are needed now COLUMBIA, MO — The American Red Cross of Central and Northern Missouri is issuing a call to help… Login to continue reading Login Sign up for complimentary access Sign Up Now Close

Red Cross Month: Hampton Roads man embarks on his first deployment

Red Cross Month is observed annually throughout March. All month, 10 On Your Side will be sharing inspiring stories that highlight how the humanitarian organization is making a difference. NORFOLK, Va. (WAVY) — Ninety percent of the American Red Cross workforce is made up of volunteers, and Gary Lohr of Hampton Roads is one of them. The retired air traffic controller and long-time American Red Cross donor embarked on his first deployment at the …

Red Cross deploys more than 100 volunteers as communities recover from devastating storms - KBSI FOX23 News Cape Girardeau News

MISSOURI(KBSI) – In response to the tornadoes the damaging tornadoes that struck last Friday night, over 125 Red Crosser’s from Missouri, Arkansas, and 15 additional states are in the region, working to assist affected communities. The Red Cross posted on their Facebook page that volunteers have always been at the heart of the mission, enabling quick response to disasters and meet the urgent needs of those impacted. Teams are still assessing da…