HOUSTON TEXAS, JANUARY 9, 2012---Over the course of the morning, the Houston area has been hit with rain, thunder storms, hail and some funnel clouds. The American Red Cross is urging people living around Houston to get prepared now. If your neighborhood is threatened, you should. Be prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice. When a flood or flash flood warning is issued for the area, head for higher ground and stay there. Stay away from floodwaters. If someone comes ...

Friday, September 02, 2011 — Going into Labor Day weekend, the American Red Cross continues to help communities that were impacted by Hurricane Irene, and is carefully monitoring a tropical depression that could bring torrential rain to...

This is National Preparedness Month – Are You Ready? Thursday, September 01, 2011 — As thousands of people deal with the aftermath of Hurricane Irene, National Preparedness Month, which starts today, is an opportunity to remind people of the importance of being ready for emergencies and steps that they can take...

Tuesday, August 30, 2011 — Days after Hurricane Irene swept the East Coast, millions of people are facing power outages, floods and damaged or destroyed homes...

Hurricane Irene - Get Help Now. If you are affected by Hurricane Irene this page will show you how to get the help you need. Remember, be sure to follow the instructions of the authorities in your community, and stay tuned to your local media.

Houston Area Red Cross Volunteers Head North in Advance of Hurricane Irene...

Hurricane Irene is headed toward the East Coast and the American Red Cross is mobilizing disaster workers and equipment along much of the eastern...

Irene, the first hurricane of 2011, is pounding Puerto Rico today with heavy rain and winds as high as 80 miles per hour after leaving many residents on St. Thomas and St. Croix without power Sunday. Irene is expected to gain strength...

It’s been a costly year for disasters in the United States and the American Red Cross has been responding all over the country to help the thousands of people affected by flooding, tornadoes, drought and extreme heat, wildfires and other emergencies...

As children around the nation are returning to school, many of them will be spending time home alone after school until their parents get home from work...

Record heat and exceptionally dry conditions continue over large parts of the South and South-Central states, prolonging this summer’s suffering and heightening...

Record-setting temperatures and extreme drought are still plaguing most of the southern region of the United States, a hazardous situation for people living there. The hot weather is especially dangerous for athletes practicing for their various fall sports. The American Red Cross has steps residents of the affected states can take to help ensure their well-being during the ongoing heat wave, with special advice for team officials to follow to help ensure the safety of their players. ...

Wednesday, August 03, 2011 — With a tropical storm bearing down on the Caribbean Wednesday, the American Red Cross and Red Cross societies across the region were...

July 29, 2011 – Statewide preparations by Red Cross chapters have been underway since Tuesday in preparation for Tropical Storm Don. The storm is predicted...

The American Red Cross today announced a pledge of up to $1 million for the evolving humanitarian crisis in eastern Africa, continuing its...

A Tropical Storm Watch is in effect for the Texas coastline. On the forecast track, the center of Don should move through...

Welcome to Houston Pat Farmer, an Australian endurance runner, who is passing through Houston on his run from the North Pole...

Friday, July 15, 2011 — Floodwaters are receding very slowly in Minot, North Dakota, allowing some residents to return to their neighborhoods, while others remain under evacuation orders. Nearly 300 people are still seeking refuge in American Red Cross shelters, while...

In recent years, excessive heat has caused more deaths than all other weather events, including floods. As temperatures and humidity levels soar in many parts of the country, protecting yourself and others from overheating is critical to avoid a potential heat-related illness. Here are some easy tips for staying safe during heat waves, courtesy of Dr. David Markenson, chair, American Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council. · Never leave a child or pet in a parked car – ...

Friday, July 08, 2011 — Marie-Claudette Brutus beamed as she showed visitors her new home. The wood-sided, semi-permanent structure with...