The following information shows our total service delivery since the beginning of the Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee response in PR, FL, SC, MD, NY, NJ, PA, NC, VA, LA, MS, AL, and New England, as well as wildfire response in TX:
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Disaster Alert
Washington – A wildfire in Klickitat County that has so far burned 500 acres prompted the evacuation of over 200 people yesterday.
The Southwest Washington Chapter opened a shelter for affected residents at the request of the Klickitat County Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Chapter is working with the EOC to determine the number of people affected.
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3 Red Cross volunteers explain the emergency response vehicle’s service from NY for Hurricane Irene home to Texas for the wildfires in Bastrop (outside Austin). They let you know how you can make a difference.
Red Cross volunteer explains organization’s response to Texas wildfires while also serving families affected by Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee.
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American Red Cross Continues Responding to Fires Throughout Central Texas
Thousands of residents receive food and shelter as fires rage
AUSTIN September 6, 2011 – American Red Cross staff and volunteers throughout the Central Texas region and from across the state continue to assist thousands of displaced residents during this ongoing response. Five American Red Cross Shelters remain open in Bastrop, Travis and Williamson Counties for evacuees in need.
“We are so thankful for the Red Cross resources, volunteers and staff deployed from all over Texas to help us be there for our neighbors in need,” says Regional CEO Marty McKellips. “We expect this response to continue into the coming weeks, and wouldn’t be able to support our neighbors without the work of our volunteers and assistance from around the state.”
Devastating wildfires have scorched thousands of acres from the Rio Grande to the Red River, leaving hundreds of homes in ashes and thousands of people wondering what to do next. In Central Texas close to 30,000 acres have been lost to fire and at least 500 homes.
The American Red Cross responded immediately by opening safe shelters, providing daily meals and giving a lot of emotional support. “Some of our staff and volunteers are directly affected by these fires, so we really understand what our community is going through,” says McKellips.
An up-to-date list of open shelters and resources for evacuees, information about volunteering, and opportunities to donate remain available at www.centex.redcross.org.
You can help turn heartbreak into hope by making a gift to the Red Cross. If you have not been impacted by a disaster this year, text the word REDCROSS to 90999 to give $10 to the Disaster Relief Fund, or go to www.redcross.org to give even more.
The American Red Cross responds to 70,000 disasters across the country annually, and depends on the support of the American people to be there.
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Disaster Alert
Oklahoma – Residents of several hundred homes in a suburban-rural area of NE Oklahoma County were evacuated yesterday due to a wildfire. Several other grassfires are nearing the metro area in both Seminole and Canadian Valley. There are unconfirmed reports of one destroyed home.
The ARC of Central Oklahoma Chapter supported responders and coordinated with County and City Emergency Managers to open an evacuation center for affected residents.
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Disaster Alert
Texas – A wildfire destroyed approximately 15 homes and prompted the evacuation of some residents in Smith County yesterday.
The Smith County Chapter sent a Disaster Action Team and an Emergency Response Vehicle to the scene to provide snacks and hydration to evacuees and firefighters. The chapter will open a cooling center/shelter if the need arises.
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Disaster Alert
South Dakota – Lightning strikes caused a wildfire in Fall River County that consumed at least 150 acres on Thursday. One fatality and multiple injuries reported.
Volunteers from the Black Hills Area Chapter provided Mental Health assistance and are available to provide additional support if needed.
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Disaster Update
Oklahoma - Overnight Storm Damage
This morning the Red Cross is in communication with area emergency management and law enforcement agencies, determining the extent of damage throughout eastern Oklahoma in preparation for possible response. Updates on Red Cross storm-related will be provided as the situation warrants.
Wildfire Response Continues
Yesterday, Red Cross damage assessment teams confirmed 35 homes destroyed. Their findings will form the basis of possible Red Cross assistance to those whose homes have been damaged or destroyed in the fires.
The Red Cross outreach center will be open today from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. to begin working with residents who need Red Cross financial assistance for disaster-related needs. Red Cross caseworkers will be available to meet with those who have been affected by the fires. The outreach center will be located in Western Heights Baptist Church, 200 N. Gilbert Ave., Cleveland.
Residents whose homes have been affected by the wildfires are encouraged to meet with the caseworkers at the outreach center or to contact the Red Cross for possible assistance. Those affected may call 918-831-1140 and leave their name and a phone number so that the Red Cross can contact them regarding their disaster-related needs.
Also today, the Red Cross will distribute supplies to assist residents in their clean-up efforts. The supplies will be available at the outreach center location at Western Heights Baptist Church. In addition, a Red Cross team will drive through affected areas offering the supplies to residents. The items for distribution include:
Rakes
Shovels
Gloves
Trash bags
Masks
Bottled Water
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