Category: Armed Forces
Wildfire season is rapidly approaching; these Red Cross tips can help you prepare
The numbers are staggering. In 2018, 5,600 outdoor fires in Oregon charred more than 700,000 acres, injuring 56 people and killing six, setting a five-year record for the number of injuries and fatalities, according to the Oregon Office of the State Fire Marshal. At […]
Bridging the Gap
Sometimes a few words can make all the difference. When you hear words of encouragement at the right time, defeat can be turned to triumph. At other times, a few […]
Remembering Our Military Forces in May
Story by Diane DeVitto/Red Cross Cascades Region After the rainy month of April, we’re glad to move into the sunshine of May. It’s the kickoff month for a season of […]
The Red Cross Connects Army Father with His Wife and Newborn Son
Story by Diane DeVitto/Red Cross Cascades Region “Crista, you can do this. You’re so strong, so brave. You can do this!” These encouraging words came from halfway around the […]
Helping Our Military Heroes
“I recognize that I can’t fix all the world’s problems,” says Red Cross Volunteer Shelter Associate, Tom Murotake. “I can’t save the whales by myself, but I can set up […]