Spring Disaster Update-The latest on the relief in the South.

Posted on May 2, 2011 by semtourofduty

Our thoughts and sympathies are with those who have lost loved ones or suffered through these deadly storms. The Red Cross is helping people now and will still be helping them in the weeks ahead as they try to get back on their feet. The severe spring weather isn’t over yet and heavy thunderstorms are [...]

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Red Cross Responds in 11 States to Spring Storms’ Aftermath

Posted on April 29, 2011 by semtourofduty

WASHINGTON, Friday, April 29, 2011 — From the Deep South to the Northeast, the American Red Cross is at work in 11 states to help people devastated by the recent deadly tornadoes and floods. Charley Shimanski, senior vice president of Red Cross Disaster Services, is in Tuscaloosa, Ala., where he witnessed the damage and explained [...]

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April Severe Weather Outbreak Relief Efforts/Update

Posted on April 28, 2011 by semtourofduty

Talking Points – April Severe Weather Outbreak – April 28, 201Our thoughts and sympathies are with those who lost loved ones or have suffered through these deadly storms. Our top priority right now is to provide food and shelter to the thousands of people whose lives were turned upside down by these storms throughout the [...]

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Red Cross Responds to Southern Spring Storms and Rising Red River in North Dakota

Posted on April 7, 2011 by semtourofduty

Here in Southeast Michigan we have been exposed to mostly cloudy, cold and wet days this Spring.  But in other areas of the country, not only are they experiencing the clouds, but storms are bringing massive amounts of rain which cause a lot of flooding. The following press release was issued by the American Red [...]

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Video: Japan Earthquake

Posted on March 25, 2011 by semtourofduty

Sabrina Jackson, Red Cross Station Manager in Yongsan, talks to AFN Korea about donating to the American Red Cross.

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Japan: A shattered community struggles to survive

Posted on March 16, 2011 by semtourofduty

A firsthand account from Otsuchi, Japan where 9,500 remain missing By Patrick Fuller Wednesday, March 16, 2011 — It is hard to find words to describe the scenes left behind in the wake of the tsunami that struck Japan’s northeastern coastline on March 11. As I drive up the coast from the town of Ishinomaki, [...]

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Disaster Alert: Earthquake in Japan, Tsunami Warnings

Posted on March 11, 2011 by semtourofduty

Taken from the American Red Cross, Disaster Online Newsroom. www.newsroom.redcross.org Disaster Alert Update 9:30 AM – At this time the Red Cross in unable to accept inquiries to contact or locate family and friends in Japan. However, there are several resources available as follows. Inquiries concerning U.S. citizens living or traveling in Japan should be [...]

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Winter Storm Preparedness

Posted on January 31, 2011 by semtourofduty

Are you prepared for a winter storm? Here in Southeastern Michigan a Winter Storm Watch is in effect and now is the time to make sure you are prepared! Follow this checklist to get you through the storm. Click here to view larger or download

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Safety Tips for Icy Weather

Posted on January 10, 2011 by semtourofduty

Icy weather is hitting the south as well as other areas in the United States.  Brush up on your tips for icy weather and avoid any mishaps! Please brush up on these winter weather tips and stay safe this weekend.

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Wind, downed power lines and fire, the SEM Chapter responds

Posted on September 8, 2010 by semtourofduty

The American Red Cross, Southeastern Michigan Chapter has been busy since last night assisting Detroiters with food, clothing and shelter after downed electrical lines and winds caused fires all over the city. So far, the SEM Chapter Emergency Services Department has assisted 40 people affected by last night’s fires with food and clothing and at [...]

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