July 25, 2018. Redding, California. Wildfires. Photo by Kris Warner/American Red Cross By Gordon Williams The images on television are horrific — pictures of wildfires burning out of control in California, Oregon and Eastern Washington. Since wildfire season is likely to last until the soaking rains of autumn, it’s essential you know how to stay … Continue reading Staying Safe in a Threatening Wildfire Season
Getting Prepared with Pillowcases
By Nihit Pokhrel This September, as part of National Preparedness Month, the Red Cross is gearing up for different ways to remind us that we must always be prepared. With students going back to school for the academic year, the Pillowcase Project – a preparedness education program for grades 3 through 5 – arrives at … Continue reading Getting Prepared with Pillowcases
AmeriCorps Story of Service: Jack Rodman
Service has always been a huge part of my life. Even when I was younger I experienced public service through my parents who always put a large emphasis on helping others and giving back to the community. In fact, I would even go as far as to say that this exposure to service and seeing … Continue reading AmeriCorps Story of Service: Jack Rodman