The American Red Cross is offering a $10 gift card to blood donors now through Friday, May 19, and a Red Cross beach towel to those who donate blood between
People everywhere are feeling the impacts of climate change with more frequent and intense weather events threatening our communities. September is National Preparedness Month and the American Red Cross Cascades Region urges everyone to get ready for these emergencies now. Just last year, more than 40% of Americans some 130 million people were living in a county struck by a climate-related disaster, according to analysis from the Washington Post. Disasters can happen anywhere, anytime. You can be ready by visiting redcross.org/prepare. "More powerful climate driven occurrences are happening across the U.S. than ever before," said Rebecca Marshall, Disaster Officer, Red Cross Cascades Region. "In fact, there have been more climate-related disasters in the nation over the past two decades than in any other country. It's vital that everyone take steps to be prepared." THREE EASY STEPS Three simple steps can help to keep your family safe during disasters
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