March 1, 2011
Disaster Alert
Tennessee, Indiana, Kentucky – Severe storms caused flooding and a tornado that destroyed homes, damaged others, closed roads, stranded travelers, left thousands without power, and prompted the evacuation of residents within the affected areas in several portions of the three states on Monday. Multiple fatalities reported in Tennessee.
Tennessee chapters deployed Disaster Action Team members, staffed local and state Emergency Operation Centers, dispatched 2 Emergency Response Vehicles, opened 3 shelters, provided Mass Care, and assisted disaster victims, as needed.
Disaster Action Team members in Indiana chapters opened a shelter and an evacuation center, supported another evacuation center, and provided Mass Care to evacuees and emergency responders.
Kentucky Chapters deployed Disaster Action Team members, contacted residents affected by the storm, and stand ready to provide additional assistance, if needed.
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Posted by amrecro
October 8, 2010
Disaster Alert
Indiana – A gas leak in St. Joseph County prompted the evacuation of hundreds of residents and workers within the affected area on Thursday.
The St. Joseph County Chapter deployed a Disaster Action Team, set up an evacuation center, staffed command center and provided Mass Care to the evacuees.
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Posted by amrecro
June 23, 2010
Disaster Alert
Indiana – Rainfall in several counties resulted in evacuations, power outages, basement flooding and road closures. Several homes have reported flooding. White County may issue a flood warning today.
The ARC of Greater Indianapolis and Tippecanoe Chapters in central Indiana are working with local Emergency Management in five counties to determine sheltering and other needs. Tippecanoe Chapter provided overnight accommodations for individuals with health needs.
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Posted by amrecro
August 20, 2009
Disaster Alert
Indiana – A tornado touched down in Chesterton yesterday. A Red Cross liaison was present in the activated Emergency Operation Center (EOC). The chapters also deployed mass care workers to the EOC and provided food and water to emergency workers and the affected residents.
Chapters Responding:
o St. Joseph County
o Porter County
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Posted by amrecro
August 5, 2009
Disaster Alert
Kentucky /Indiana – A severe storm front brought low level flooding and flash flooding to Clark and Jefferson Counties. Many apartment buildings had inches of water in the first floor throughout the day affecting many families. The floods also caused sewer backups, street flooding and power outages. The State Emergency Operating Center was activated.
Chapters opened two shelters and fed residents. They are in contact with the local county Emergency Management Centers and are prepared to do Disaster Assessment when conditions permit.
Chapters Responding:
Louisville Area Chapter, Louisville, KY(Regional)
Clark County Chapter, Jeffersonville, IN
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Posted by amrecro
March 12, 2009
The following information is subject to change at any time. Please call 1-800-RedCross or the local chapter at 765-742-6975 to confirm this information before visiting the shelter:
The Tippencanoe County Chapter has opened a shelter at First Assembly of God Church, 9835 West US Highway 421, in Delphi, IN. The shelter is open to anyone who has been displaced due to high water levels on the Tippecanoe River.
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Posted by amrecro
March 12, 2009
Disaster Alert
Indiana - Several counties including White, Marshall, Carroll and Pulaski were hit by a second storm system that passed through the state yesterday bringing heavy rain, thunderstorms and tornadoes to some areas. Flooding is expected to continue. Many Northern Indiana Counties have either opened or are preparing to open shelters in anticipation of the floods. The Northeast Indiana Chapter has been actively providing mobile food services to those in need.
Chapters Responding:
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Posted by amrecro
March 9, 2009
Disaster Alert
Indiana – A tornado that touched down in Lawrence County destroyed and damaged several homes on Sunday evening. The Chapters opened a shelter for local area residents and is in communication with local the Emergency Management Agency.
Chapters Responding:
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Posted by amrecro
February 6, 2009
Numbers are changing throughout the day as communications are restored and better numbers are called in. Also, as ice melts people are now able to leave their homes and go to a warming center or a place for a hot meal.
- Total American Red Cross Managed and Partner shelters: 40
- Total population of American Red Cross Managed and Partner shelters: 1026
Please see the breakdown below.
Florida 02/09 Cold Weather
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 4
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 187
Kentucky 01/09 Ice Storms
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 20
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 507
Arkansas 01/09 Ice Storms
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 10
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 162
So. Missouri 01/09 Ice Storms
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 4
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 160
Indiana 01/09 Cold Weather
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 1
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 0
Oklahoma 01/09 Ice Storm
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 1
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 10
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Posted by amrecro
February 4, 2009
Numbers are changing throughout the day as communications are restored and better numbers are called in. Also, as ice melts people are now able to leave their homes and go to a warming center or a place for a hot meal.
- Total American Red Cross Managed and Partner shelters: 61
- Total population of American Red Cross Managed and Partner shelters: 2409
Please see the breakdown below.
Florida 02/09 Cold Weather
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 3
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 130
Kentucky 01/09 Ice Storms
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 31
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 1471
Arkansas 01/09 Ice Storms
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 12
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 513
So. Missouri 01/09 Ice Storms
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 9
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 258
Indiana 01/09 Cold Weather
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 1
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 25
Oklahoma 01/09 Ice Storm
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 3
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 12
Ohio 01/09 Ice Storm
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 1
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 0
Kalamazoo, MI 02/09
- Total number of ARC Managed and Partner Shelters: 1
- Total Occupants at Midnight: 0
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