Red Cross volunteers will be pounding the pavement and dancing in the streets in September and October to kick off PrepareLA+ – a campaign aimed at encouraging and empowering Los Angeles area residents to get ready for “the Big One” and other disasters.
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Canvassing the Streets, Dancing to the Beat for Earthquake Preparedness
Tuesday, August 31st, 2010Hurricane Katrina Anniversary: A Reminder to Prepare for the Unimaginable
Friday, August 27th, 2010The epic hurricane season of 2005 was a defining chapter in American Red Cross history. Five years ago, Hurricanes Katrina, Rita, and Wilma prompted a response that was unprecedented in size and scope. One of the main lessons learned is that everyone needs to play a role in preparing for disasters.
Volunteers Ready Supplies for Wildfire Season
Tuesday, August 24th, 2010Ninety dedicated Red Cross volunteers spent Sat., Aug. 21, ensuring that the Red Cross is ready to help disaster evacuees at a moment’s notice when the next wildfire or disaster happens here.
As Flood Waters Recede in Pakistan, Relief Efforts Step Up
Wednesday, August 18th, 2010As the superflood in Pakistan continues to move towards the Arabian Sea, its aftermath is only just beginning. The flooding is only the start of a bigger catastrophe that will continue to claim lives.
LA County Fair Fund Raiser – Save on Admission, Help the Red Cross!
Wednesday, August 18th, 2010By purchasing your tickets online using the Red Cross promo code, you will save up to $7 on any-day admission tickets. In addition, your local Red Cross will receive $2 for every adult ticket and $1 for every child ticket purchased online using the Red Cross promo code.
Red Cross Practicing What it Preaches on Preparedness with New Disaster Relief Fundraising Push
Tuesday, August 17th, 2010Many people know the Red Cross for its disaster relief work or blood donations, but helping people be prepared for emergencies is another important part of our work. The Red Cross is practicing what it preaches on preparedness, as we are working to be better ready to respond to disasters of all sizes—down the street [...]
Five Years After Katrina and the 2005 Hurricane Season
Friday, August 13th, 2010Five years after a hurricane season that wreaked havoc on the Gulf Coast, the American Red Cross has released “Bringing Help, Bringing Hope,” a report that details the Red Cross response to Hurricanes Katrina, Rita and Wilma and the ensuing years of recovery for the survivors.
L.A. Looks to Chile for Earthquake Lessons
Friday, August 6th, 2010The massive earthquake and tsunami that hammered Chile in February provides a grimly detailed forecast of what a similar quake might do to Southern California. Red Cross representatives learned first-hand about the country’s response to the quake.
Red Cross-Cultural Exchange: Japanese Red Cross Society Visits Los Angeles Region
Tuesday, August 3rd, 2010Members of the Japanese Red Cross Society, on a two week tour in the United States, coordinated with the American Red Cross Los Angeles Region throughout their visit.
Red Cross Opens Three Shelters in First Wildfire of the Season
Monday, August 2nd, 2010The Red Cross opened three shelters for residents forced to evacuate their homes during the
July 29-Aug. 2 Crown Fire, which burned nearly 14,000 acres in the Palmdale area.
