Tag: wildfire preparedness
Red Cross Aids Hundreds of Oregonians Forced to Flee Wildfires
Story by Patricia Griffiths / Red Cross Cascades “I’m standing in smoky ash-filled air in Salem now, and it’s difficult to breathe even with a mask,” said Chad Carter, Red […]
Preparedness Month Goes Virtual but Preparing for a Disaster Remains Very Real
Story by Melanie Derbes / Red Cross Cascades “Get a kit. Make a plan. Be informed.” “Get a kit. Make a plan. Be informed.” If you repeat this to yourself […]
How to Get Ready for Wildfire Season During Coronavirus Pandemic
Story by Cynthia Shaw/American Red Cross Disasters won’t stop during the coronavirus outbreak. It is predicted that this year’s wildfire season is going to be more difficult than last due […]