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Text “Red Cross” to 90999 to Help
May 3, 2010
If you would like to help people affected by disasters like the recent tornadoes and flooding you can make a $10 donation by texting “Red Cross” to 90999. [Read More]
South MS Red Cross Responds to Yazoo City Tornado
Apr 26, 2010
Yazoo City, MS Monday, April 26, 2010—The American Red Cross is providing shelter, food, and comfort to people across Mississippi as they deal with the aftermath of the deadly tornadoes that swept through the area over the weekend. Damage is widespread from the tornadoes that touched down Saturday and thousands of residents are without power. Both the governors of Louisiana and Mississippi have declared States of Emergency for the affected areas. [Read More]
ARC Opens Cold Weather Shelter
Mar 25, 2010
BILOXI (February 11, 2010)In response to the request of the Emergency Management officials of Harrison and Hancock Counties, the American Red Cross Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter will open two emergency cold weather shelters on Thursday and Friday nights or until further notice. [Read More]
American Red Cross Responds to Haiti
Jan 13, 2010
South Mississippi January 13, 2010 — The American Red Cross has committed one million dollars to the relief efforts in Haiti following yesterday’s deadly earthquake. You too can help the mission by texting “HAITI” to “90999”. Every text will provide $10 to the American Red Cross to help with relief efforts. [Read More]
HAITI - Helping Reduce Malaria and Malnutrition
Jan 7, 2010
The American Red Cross has partnered with the Haitian National Red Cross Society to reduce deaths attributed to malaria and malnutrition. Haiti has the highest infant and maternal mortality rates in the Western Hemisphere, much of which has been attributed to the threats of malaria and insufficient diet. The propensity for hurricanes and other natural disasters to strike the country create an additional health and safety burden. [Read More]
AMERICAN RED CROSS GEARS UP FOR ARRIVAL OF TROPICAL STORM IDA
Nov 9, 2009
The American Red Cross is preparing for the arrival of Tropical Storm Ida. The EOCs of Harrison, Jackson and Hancock Counties have requested that the following shelters be opened to house residents of areas that are susceptible to wind and flooding: [Read More]
South Mississippi Hero: Red Cross
Jun 30, 2009
A big part of the relief given to any community after a disaster comes from the American Red Cross. What you might not realize is that without hundreds of selfless volunteers... [Read More]
National CPR/AED Awareness Week is June 1-7
May 18, 2009
In recognition of national CPR/AED awareness week, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross will be holding the following special training courses... [Read More]
SWINE FLU (H1N1) SERIOUS SITUATION
Apr 29, 2009
Good time for families, businesses and organizations to review and update preparedness plans. [Read More]
Swine Flu: How to Stay Healthy
Apr 27, 2009
Human cases of swine influenza A virus infection have been identified in the United States. Investigations are ongoing to determine the source of the infection and whether additional people have been infected with swine influenza viruses. [Read More]
Red Cross Shelters Hundreds as Flood Waters Threaten Nationally and Locally
Apr 6, 2009
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President Obama Names March "Red Cross Month"
Mar 12, 2009
WASHINGTON, Friday, February 27, 2009 - March has officially been declared Red Cross Month by order of a Presidential Proclamation signed by President Barack Obama today, marking the 66th time the month of March has been celebrated in honor of the organization. [Read More]
TORNADO SEASON
Feb 16, 2009
This week, portions of the southern United States are on watch for significant severe weather, including the possibility of tornadoes. Tornadoes, nature’s most violent storms, are typically found east of the Rocky Mountains in the spring and summer. Peak tornado season in the southern states is March through May; in the northern states it is late spring through early summer. [Read More]
The American Red Cross sends aid as humanitarian situation worsens in Gaza
Jan 6, 2009
Ten days into the conflict, medical supplies remain most urgent need.
The American Red Cross is contributing $250,000 to support the ongoing work of the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) to address the growing humanitarian needs from the conflict in the Gaza Strip. [Read More]
Funky Furniture Event
Nov 17, 2008
More than 20+ furniture items and more, painted by local artists will be on display for a silent/live auction. Hor d'oeuvres and refreshments will be served. Own your own piece of "FUNKY!" [Read More]
Eat Chili for the Red Cross!
Nov 4, 2008
The American Red Cross, MS Gulf Coast Chapter will be selling chili to raise money for its Heroes Campaign on November 5, 2008. Pints of regular and vegetarian chili will be sold at the Donald Snyder Community Center from 11am-6pm for a suggested donation of $5. Delivery is available for orders over 10 or more by pre-ordering. Pre-orders can be placed now until 4pm November 4th by emailing or faxing in an order form.
View more Information and download the order form on the Events Page. [Read More]
National Fire Prevention Week, Oct. 5-11
Oct 9, 2008
Biloxi, Wednesday, October 1, 2008 — MS Gulf Coast Chapter of the Red Cross Stresses Preparedness during the National Fire Prevention Week. Last year, the Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter of the American Red Cross aided 183 families through recovery after household fires. That number 25% higher than it was in previous years. To address the rising number of fires in our community, the Red Cross has distributed over 800 fire prevention kits to children ages 5-12 throughout Harrison, Hancock and Pearl River Counties. [Read More]
Hurricane Season 2008
Sep 12, 2008
You can help people affected by thousands of disasters across the country each year, disasters like Hurricane Gustav, by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. [Read More]
GET PREPARED FOR HURRICANE GUSTAV
Aug 28, 2008
Get a kit; make a plan; be informed. The American Red Cross is encouraging people to ready themselves for an approaching possible landfall. Preparations include the following steps: [Read More]
Funding Needed for Flood Victims
Jun 24, 2008
As flood waters have begun to subside down the Mississippi river, the Red Cross continues to operate shelters, readying supplies and providing food and refreshments to relief workers throughout the affected areas.
The Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter has deployed four local volunteers to Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Harold Boudreaux (serving as a service associate), Mary Ann Wells (serving as a service associate), Margaret Allington (serving as a client caseworker) and Grady Carden (serving as a warehouse manager). These South Mississippians will remain in Cedar Rapids, for three weeks to help that community recuperate from the disaster. [Read More]
AMERICAN RED CROSS PREPARES FOR HURRICANE SEASON 2008
Jun 2, 2008
The American Red Cross Mississippi Gulf Coast Chapter is preparing for Hurricane Season 2008. Executive Director, Bill Brent and Emergency Services Director, Bob Beebe have met with the Emergency Management Agency Directors from across the tri-county area to review their plan of action. Should a hurricane strike the Mississippi Gulf Coast, the Red Cross will assist in opening and staffing emergency shelters and providing provisions to Gulf Coast residents.
The Red Cross is seeking individuals to become trained in Red Cross disaster response protocols to serve as volunteers during a disaster. The following training courses will be provided for community members interested in serving during a disaster:
Red Cross Delivers Help After Southern Storms
May 5, 2008
A line of thunderstorms and tornadoes swept across the midsection of the United States late Tuesday, killing more than 50 people, injuring scores of others, and destroying hundreds of homes and buildings. Red Cross chapters responded immediately during the night, opening shelters and providing comfort to those forced from their homes. Two local volunteers, Will Esteve and Hank DeSandre, have been deployed to assist with the response, along with the MS Gulf Coast Chapter's emergency response vehicle; possibly more will be deployed in the coming days. [Read More]
