When an disaster strikes, often times there is little or no warning. The tornadoes that recently ripped across 5 southern states have shown just how quickly a storm can leave communities devastated, displacing and even killing so many. Fortuantely, the Red Cross and its volunteers prepare for such situations. From natural disasters to a single family displaced by a house fire, the Red Cross is prepared to respond and provide shelter. In the event of an emergency, the Red Cross is usually notified by the local authorities and come immediately on site to the incident. Red Cross shelters and volunteers provide vouchers for food, clothing, medicine, mental health counseling, and in many cases assistance in obtaining longer term shelter or housing. Continue reading Red Cross Ready: Shelter From Harm’s Way »