Last month, approximately 30 people attended a preparedness presentation in the New Holly neighborhood of Seattle. Somali, Cambodian, Chinese and English interpreters were present at the event. Our CEO Dawn Angelo also attended the session. Kudos to our preparedness team for their continued outreach efforts! We're one step closer toward meeting our goal of making … Continue reading New Holly Springs Toward Preparedness
Humanitarian Law with the Girl Scouts
We are proud partners with the Girl Scouts and have hosted a variety of events with them throughout Western Washington. Recently, our International Services team traveled to teach them about humanitarian law. For more info, check out the Girl Scout blog at http://blog.girlscoutsww.org/2013/05/redcrosshumanitarian/
D.C. Leadership Summit for Tiffany Circle Members
Members of our local Tiffany Circle attended the 7th Annual Tiffany Circle Society of Women Leaders Summit from May 17-18 in Washington, D.C. Lee Rhodes, founder of Seattle-based company glassybaby, attended the summit as a keynote speaker. A longtime supporter of the local American Red Cross, Lee was so impressed with the Tiffany Circle that … Continue reading D.C. Leadership Summit for Tiffany Circle Members
Community Preparedness with Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn
Luz Diaz, Red Cross Community Preparedness Educator, provided disaster preparedness materials to members of the Latino community at El Centro de la Raza's 8th Annual Cinco de Mayo Celebration last weekend. Luz also had the opportunity to take a photo with Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn. To schedule a free preparedness training for your community organization … Continue reading Community Preparedness with Seattle Mayor Mike McGinn
Tiffany Circle Prepares
On Tuesday, April 30, members of the local Tiffany Circle gathered at the Seattle Tennis Club to learn about preparedness with the American Red Cross. They learned how to take action to prepare homes, workplaces and communities for the "The Big Earthquake." As supporters of the Red Cross they know it's important to prepare for … Continue reading Tiffany Circle Prepares
Six-Month Superstorm Sandy Anniversary
Six months after Superstorm Sandy destroyed communities and disrupted lives in New York and New Jersey, the American Red Cross issued its six-month progress report today detailing its ongoing efforts to help people affected by the storm. “Signs of recovery can be seen throughout the areas hit by this major storm, and while it will … Continue reading Six-Month Superstorm Sandy Anniversary
Girl Scouts Take Preparedness Steps
Last Saturday, our youth preparedness team traveled to Lewis County for a second Preparedness Institute with the Girl Scouts of Western Washington. The girls built a small kit, explored an Emergency Response Vehicle, learned basic first aid and the history of the American Red Cross. The Red Cross works closely with schools, Scouts and other … Continue reading Girl Scouts Take Preparedness Steps
Are you Safe in the Sound?
Have you visited our new preparedness website? For information on becoming a community disaster education volunteer, making a plan with your loved ones, building an emergency supply kit, signing up for a CPR class and more, visit safeinthesound.org. .
Co-Chairs Help Honor King County Heroes
From left to right: Rebecca Radloff, Tiffany Circle co-chair, Larry Salzbrun, survivor, Julie Rogel, Good Samaritan Award recipient, and Diane Radloff, Tiffany Circle co-chair. The Radloffs sponsored Julie's award at the 2013 King County Heroes Breakfast on Tuesday, March 26.For more than a century, the Red Cross has been a community leader in emergency preparedness … Continue reading Co-Chairs Help Honor King County Heroes
Spring Forward Into Preparedness
Spring is the perfect time to clean out your closets, but also do a little spring update on your preparedness knowledge! Follow the steps below to put your best, most prepared foot forward this spring. Visit safeinthesound.org for preparedness tips and more! Do a little spring cleaning on your Disaster Preparedness Kit: Is your water … Continue reading Spring Forward Into Preparedness
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