Photos: Alabama Disaster Relief Special Guests
May 4, 2011
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Disaster Alert: Tornado/Floods in Alabama
March 10, 2011Disaster Alert
Alabama – A possible tornado touched down south of Mobile yesterday damaging a strip mall along with a gas station, blowing over power lines and causing natural gas and ammonia leaks.
Several counties in the north are also dealing with flooding, including high creeks and roads under water. Local rivers will continue to rise over the next few days. The State Emergency Operations Center moved to level 3 activation and the Governor has declared a State of Emergency.
The Alabama Gulf Coast Chapter had an Emergency Response Vehicle with provisions ready to support two churches that were ready to act as temporary shelters.
Chapters have been in communication with their respective Emergency Managers to determine the extent of damages.
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Press Release: Red Cross Provides Comfort for Those Affected By Severe Weather
March 9, 2011
Red Cross Provides Comfort for Those Affected By Severe Weather
MOBILE, Ala., March 9, 2011 – The American Red Cross Alabama Gulf Coast Chapter is on the scene in Silverhill, Alabama to help those affected by the thunderstorm and possible tornados. We will be meeting with the families affected and will assist them with their immediate emergency needs. Red Cross emergency assistance can include food, clothing, shelter, emotional support, and referrals; the amount of assistance given is determined by a caseworker who meets with each family to assess their immediate emergency needs and provides assistance accordingly. The Red Cross is also providing canteen services to the victims and first responders working at the scene.
“In the days to come, the Red Cross will be coordinating with emergency officials and local community partners to help residents impacted by the storms get back on their feet,” said Leisle Mims, Executive Director of the Alabama Gulf Coast Chapter.
The Red Cross offers the following tips for those in the affected area to stay safer:
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Press Release: Red Cross Assisting Tuscaloosa Apartment Fire Victims
October 27, 2010
Red Cross Assisting Tuscaloosa Apartment Fire Victims
TUSCALOOSA, October 27, 2010 –The American Red Cross West Alabama Chapter is currently helping victims of an early morning apartment fire at the Graceland Apartment Complex in Tuscaloosa. The fire was reported at 3:30am on Wednesday and 20 units were affected. Of those units:
• 6 destroyed
• 6 suffered water damage
• 8 smoke damage and no utilities
Red Cross Volunteer and staff Disaster Action Team (DAT) members responded to the scene with the Emergency Response Vehicle to provide immediate help with items like comfort kits containing toiletries, food and clothing. Client assistance for the nearly 30 individuals affected by this fire is taking place at the Alberta Baptist Church (2210 University Blvd E, Tuscaloosa).
Three people were taken to DCH Regional Medical Center due to smoke inhalation.
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Disaster Alert: Severe Weather in Alabama
October 26, 2010Disaster Alert
Alabama – Severe storms damaged homes, downed power lines and affected residents in several counties throughout the state on Monday.
The DeKalb County Chapter deployed Disaster Action Teams, dispatched an Emergency Response Vehicle, staffed the Incident Command Post and provided canteen services to affected-area residents and emergency responders.
Other chapters continue to monitor the situation and will provide assistance to residents, if necessary.
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Video: Spring Floods and Tornadoes
May 12, 2010Check out the latest update on how we are serving communities affected by severe floods and tornadoes in Alabama, Arkansas, Kentucky, Mississippi, Oklahoma and Tennessee.
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Video: Assisting the Southern States
May 7, 2010Many states across the southern U.S. have suffered damage brought on by severe storms, tornadoes and flooding. Check out how your Red Cross is helping those affected – by the numbers.
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Photos: Tornadoes in Alabama, Arkansas and Mississippi
May 4, 2010
Severe thunderstorms have recently reaped havoc throughout much of the southern United States. As deadly tornadoes have touched down in Arkansas and Mississippi, the American Red Cross has responded providing food, shelter and comfort to disaster victims.
Local residents like Candie Miralrio of Albertville, AL lend a helping hand to Red Cross volunteers as they distribute relief and clean-up supplies throughout their damaged communities.
View “Tornadoes (April 2010)” set on Flickr >>
Photos courtesy of Tracey Kiest, Brigette Williams and Paige Roberts, American Red Cross.
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Fast Facts: Severe Weather in Alabama
May 4, 2010
The following information shows our total service delivery since the beginning of the severe weather and tornadoes in Alabama:
- Shelters opened: 6
- Shelter Overnight Stays: 80
- Clean up kits: 348
- Bulk items: 2,177
- Comfort kits: 521
- Meals served: 15,847
- Snacks served: 8,747
- Emergency Response Vehicles on the ground: 5
- Mental Health Consultations: 600
- Health Services Consultations: 399
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How to Help: Text REDCROSS to 90999
May 3, 2010Red Cross activates short term text capability for the Disaster Relief Fund
In the wake of the devastation cause by recent domestic disasters, including the tornadoes and flooding in the southern US, mGive has once again donated their services, enabling the Red Cross to accept text donations for the Disaster Relief Fund.
Customers of participating wireless carriers can text REDCROSS to 9-0-9-9-9 to make a $10 donation to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. Donations will appear on customers’ monthly bills or be debited from a prepaid account balance. Message and data rates may apply. Depending on the carrier, individuals can donate two or three times per month.
$10 donation to the American Red Cross. Charges will appear on your wireless bill, or be deducted from your prepaid balance. All purchases must be authorized by account holder. Message and Data Rates May Apply. Text STOP to 90999 to STOP. Text HELP to 90999 for HELP. Full Terms and Privacy Policy: www.redcross.org/m
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