Red Cross Brings Aid
PENSACOLA, FLORIDA, October 22, 2007 As rain started to fall again yesterday in Pensacola, the Red Cross continues to provide emergency assistance to those affected by last Thursday s storm. Pensacola release 10-21-07 The case worker teams have been out visiting with families, many that have called the Red Cross Hotline at 1-866-GET INFO. The [...]
PSA: Preparing for a Hurricane
If you’re under a hurricane watch or warning, you should take important steps to prepare for the storm
Local Assistance Takes Shape
PENSACOLA, FLORIDA, October 19, 2007 In response to yesterday s tornado and storm system that swept through Pensacola, the American Red Cross of Northwest Florida has been providing assistance to the families and neighborhoods effected by this storm. Thirty-five trained volunteers have responded and are providing direct emergency assistance in communities and neighborhoods impacted by [...]
PSA: Emergency Wound Care After a Disaster
First aid can help heal cuts and scrapes and prevent infection
PSA: Preventing Mold After a Disaster
When rain or flood waters get into your building, take steps to prevent mold growth
PSA: Preventing Chain Saw Injuries After a Disaster
If you have to use a chain saw during cleanup after a disaster, follow the saw’s instructions to be safe
Russia: Online Forum Beats Media in Covering Night Club Fire
Fire at the night club “Lame Horse” in a central Russian city Perm killed more than 100 people. Local online forum Teron.ru quickly became the main source of information about the tragedy for ordinary citizens and mainstream media.
Fast Facts Update 10/24
(as of 10/23) Opened 1 shelter in Pensacola and sheltered 15 tornado evacuees Staffed Escambia County Emergency Operations Center around the clock with Red Cross workers 84 Red Cross workers and volunteers have provided disaster services from Florida, Alabama, Mississippi, Texas, and Michigan Served 3,930 meals and snacks to disaster clients and disaster workers 119 families have been assisted through [...]
PSA: Keeping Children Safe From Drowning in Flooded Areas
As the cleanup process begins after a natural disaster, there may be areas of flooding around your home or shelter
Russia: At Least 25 People Killed in the Neva Express’ Train Crash
An express train traveling from Moscow to St. Petersburg derailed at 9:34 PM on Friday, Nov. 27, near the town of Bologoye, killing at least 25 people. Below are some of the initial reactions from the Russian blogosphere.
