Covering the basics: food and water in an emergency

If an earthquake, hurricane, winter storm, or other natural disaster strikes your community, you might not have access to food, water, and electricity... Comments

Preparing for disaster for people with disabilities and other special needs

Make sure everyone is involved in disaster planning... Comments

Staying alert with mobile devices

Monroe County residents urged to register cell phones/email with 911... Comments

Helping seniors cope with winter weather

While winter weather may pose an inconvenience to the average person, it can be extremely dangerous for the elderly residing among us... Comments

Make heating your home safely a priority this winter

Protecting your family from carbon monoxide... Comments

Caring for your furry friends during a disaster

Helping your pets cope during an emergency.. Comments

Staying safe when the snow turns to ice

Ice storms present problems different from snow and slush... Comments

Dangerously cold temperatures can cause trouble

Learn the warning signs of frostbite and hypothermia... Comments

Holiday Travel

Use caution when traveling during the holiday season... Comments

Holiday Safety

Have a holly, jolly holiday and stay safe with Red Cross tips... Comments

Candle Safety

Holiday candles can cause house fires. Exercise caution when decorating this holiday season... Comments

Winter Preparedness

Old man winter can cause problems for the unprepared. Beat the winter blues with these Red Cross tips... Comments

Flu Prevention and Flu Caregiving

Flu season is here; protect yourself and your family... Comments

About the American Red Cross

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation's blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization—not a government agency—and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org or join our blog at blog.redcross.org.