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Red Cross Ready-to-Go kit quick to receive national recognition

The American Red Cross Ready-to-Go Emergency Preparedness Kit, a product just introduced last fall, has been honored by Quick & Simple magazine as one of the best Quick Fixes of 2007. The latest in a full line of products from the Red Cross took home the top award in the Protect Your Family category.

Original post by LawsonKa@usa.redcross.org

Red Cross Assists Communities After Severe Winter Weather

After a severe winter storm blasted parts of the United States earlier this week, temperatures continue to drop and many are still without power in several states from the Heartland to the Midwest. In response to the storm front that brought ice, snow, high winds, freezing rain and even some flooding to states from Texas to Maine, the American Red Cross has been busy opening shelters and distributing food to weary residents in affected areas.

Original post by LawsonKa@usa.redcross.org

Resolve to Be Red Cross Ready in 2007

A new year suggests new beginnings and a fresh start. For many, it is a time to make resolutions to stop bad habits while others set goals they wish to achieve in the coming year. The American Red Cross encourages all Americans to resolve to prepare themselves and their loved ones in 2007.

Original post by LawsonKa@usa.redcross.org

Red Cross urges preparation and caution in the face of severe winter weather

Temperatures continue to drop as a severe weather front moves across the heartland of the United States, bringing a variety of conditions to the states in its path including heavy and freezing rain, sleet, snow and bitter winds.

Original post by In the News

Tracing an island: the Red Cross reunites families in Sri Lanka

On New Years Eve of 2005, as disturbing images of the Indian Ocean tsunami gripped the world, American Red Cross Tracing Delegate Sara Blandford boarded a plane.

Original post by In the News

California students raise funds to support Measles Initiative

After earning a precious $6 from doing his chores all week, a 9-year-old in Saugus, Calif., knew exactly how he would spend it. Handing it over to his teacher the next day, his eyes sparkling with pride, he knew the sacrifice was going to be worth it.

Original post by In the News