American Red Cross and Hurricane Idalia

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The American Red Cross is closely monitoring and tracking Hurricane Idalia and its potential impact to South Florida. Our work today is focused on standing up our disaster leadership structure, prepositioning supplies, activating our volunteer workforce, and other critical pre-storm logistics. The Red Cross has been in communication with local officials and community partners to be prepared.

To ensure you get the most recent and relevant updates please follow us on social media and visit our website. Please click the link for Hurricane Safety and share these important resources.

In addition, download the free Red Cross Emergency app for access to real-time storm information and safety tips. Search for the American Red Cross in online app stores or go to redcross.org/apps. The app sends location-based weather alerts, includes tips on how to assemble an emergency kit in the event of a power outage or evacuation, and a real-time map to locate shelters.

 

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