American Red Cross Southern California Region

7.24.24 PM Update:
In response to the , the Red Cross has opened a shelter at Warner Jr./Sr. High School (30951 CA-79, Warner Springs, CA 92086).

⛑ Red Cross volunteers will provide safe shelter, water and additional resources to evacuees displaced by the fire.

Please follow the instructions of local authorities and be ready to evacuate if necessary. CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire

Our Orange County team had a Splash into Summer Banquet to celebrate our high school Red Cross clubs, youth volunteers and youth leadership. Join us in applauding our inspiring youth volunteers! 👏🏽👏🏼👏🏾👏🏻

DYK❔ We install free smoke alarms, bed shaker alarms, and strobe alarms for anyone in need, including adults and children who are deaf or hard of hearing.

Tap here to make an installation appointment: SoundTheAlarm.org/SoCal

In response to several fires that broke out in SoCal this weekend, our teams remain on standby to support those in need.

➡️ Stay safe this wildfire season by gathering emergency supplies and monitoring weather conditions and fires near you.

The Red Cross KLOS Blood Drive is here! 🎸 🩸

Sign up Aug. 2 & 3 to ensure you get this 2023 KLOS T-shirt, while supplies last. Plus, donors who come to give blood or platelets or AB elite plasma Aug. 1- 31, 2024, will receive a $20 Amazon Gift Card ** by email. **Restrictions apply, see amazon.com/gc-legal

Last weekend our Youth had a 👉Service Saturday!👈 They learned about International Humanitarian Law and our various Red Cross lines of service and participated in a Resiliency Workshop led by the Service to the Armed Forces team.

Do you know an ordinary person with extraordinary courage?

Today is the last day to nominate them to be recognized at our 22nd annual ✨Real Heroes Awards✨ on Friday, September 27, 2024, aboard the USS Midway Museum!

Tap here to submit your nomination ➡️ https://rdcrss.org/3OMxG0K

Our GLOW Red and Youth Council team visited Disney’s California Adventure for a Disney Imagination Campus teamwork workshop. We’re always inspired by our youth's incredible work and evolving leadership skills! ❤️

Imperial County Residents! ➡️ Home fires claim seven lives every day, but having working smoke alarms can cut the risk of death by half. That's why we're installing free smoke alarms and providing fire safety education in local communities, including yours!

Tap here to make an installation appointment today: https://rdcrss.org/3iz7MiR

Our own Red Crosser Carol La Vache recently reunited with the heroes that saved her husband, Lenny’s life!

While running errands at a local store, Lenny experienced a cardiac emergency. Fortunately, retired Fire Captain Jim Tulette and his wife Dilki were nearby. Jim immediately began CPR and instructed store employees to call 911. Shortly after, a crew from Orange County Fire Authority Station 48 arrived on-scene to continue care.

“You saved his life... I cannot thank you enough for how brave you were. Thank you for everything,” said Carol.

We applaud the lifesaving actions of Jim, Dilki and OC Fire Authority Station 48!

The American Red Cross is supporting the growing need for emergency shelter as Texans seek relief from extreme heat and massive power outages after . 🌀

⛑️ 15 Red Crossers from SoCal are among the 500 Red Crossers there to provide comfort and care. You can help ⬇️

Stay cool during a heat wave with these tips!☀️

Our Service to the Armed Forces team supports military members, veterans & their families every day. Check out some events our team has recently participated in:

➡️ Morning Colors, a Command Brief and the Recruit Training Graduation at the Marine Corps Recruit Depot
➡️ The Greek Orthodox Christian Community’s Gala aboard the USS Midway Museum
➡️ Marine Corps Summer Party at Marine Corps Recruit Depot San Diego Boathouse

Join us this Wednesday at Senator Brian Jones Blood Drive!🩸⤵️

I'm partnering with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive this Wednesday, July 10th. 🩸

Can you help us meet our goal to collect 18 pints of blood? In thanks, get a NEW Red Cross umbrella when you come to give blood, while they last.

Sign up here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/give.html/drive-results?zipSponsor=SENATORJONES

Our team had a busy holiday week responding to disasters across our Region.

➡️ San Diego volunteers supported McCain Fire evacuees at the Golden Acorn Casino with a safe place to stay, food, health services and more.

➡️ Riverside County volunteers worked alongside the Riverside County Department of Public Social Services to support two shelters in response to the Lemon and Hill Fires.

➡️ San Bernardino County volunteers are supporting more than a dozen families affected by a residential motel fire.

➡️ In addition to local disaster responses, team members from the SoCal Region have also deployed to help those affected by Hurricane Beryl and the flooding in Iowa.

Our disaster team recognized Cathy Wolfe, Workforce Engagement Manager, as our region's Disaster Cycle Services Employee of the Year!⛑️ 👏

Cathy started as a Red Cross volunteer in 2014 and joined as an employee in 2016. She works tirelessly to support volunteers in our SoCal Region and serves as a mentor to colleagues and volunteers throughout the nation. Please join us in congratulating Cathy!

No matter the weather, patients need you. Hurry in to give blood or platelets July 1-14 & we'll say thanks with a one-of-a-kind TWISTERS and Red Cross umbrella, while they last! Schedule a donation appointment now! rcblood.org/4b9AFeJ

“I was struggling to find purpose and decided to look for a volunteer opportunity.”

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Raquel Garcia was looking for something to help her feel more fulfilled. That’s when she joined the Red Cross Youth Advisory Council.

“The Red Cross makes a difference in many lives and there’s nothing more fulfilling than helping others. Seeing kids go off to college year after year is so rewarding especially when I helped mentor them.”

Since joining the Red Cross, Raquel has volunteered in many capacities including as a youth engagement lead, a blood donor ambassador, a sheltering team member, a disaster action team lead and a disaster duty officer. For Raquel’s outstanding dedication to our mission, she was named our June Volunteer of the Month!

Due to the evacuation orders being lifted, our shelter at Golden Acorn Casino is now closed. Thanks to our volunteers for supporting those in need with shelter, meals, health services and more.⛑️❤️

Update⬇️

Incident Page San Diego County Fire is at the scene of a vegetation fire near McCain Valley Rd in Boulevard. The fire is currently at 1,000 acres and is 5% contained. All Evacuation Orders have been lifted and reduced to a Warning. Hard closures of roads are now soft closures for residents only. For an interactiv...

McCain Fire Updates⬇️

(Update 7/3/24; 7 a.m.)
Due to the McCain Fire evacuation orders being lifted, our shelter at Golden Acorn Casino is now closed. Thanks to our volunteers for supporting evacuees with safe shelter, meals, health services and more.

(Update 7/2/24; 9:30 a.m.)
Our shelter at Golden Acorn Casino (1800 Golden Acorn Way, Campo) remains open for those evacuated due to the . Volunteers are available to assist those displaced with emergency shelter, meals, hydration, health services, and more.

Pets are also welcome at the shelter thanks to the support of the San Diego Humane Society, who will care for the pets of evacuees.

For assistance with large or unique animals please contact the County of San Diego - Government Department of Animal Services in Bonita at 619-767-2675. This facility closes at 5:00 p.m. PT.

(Update 7/1/24; 11:20 p.m.)
In response to the , the temporary evacuation point at Golden Acorn Casino (1800 Golden Acorn Way, Campo) is transitioning to a shelter. Our volunteers are en route to support the shelter and those evacuated.

(Update 7/1/24; 7 p.m.)
Our team is currently monitoring the and our volunteers stand ready to assist. Please follow the instructions of local authorities including CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire for evacuation orders and be prepared to evacuate if necessary.

Make sure to:
🚨 obey evacuation orders
🚗 back your car into the garage or park it in the direction of your escape route
🐈 confine pets to one room so you can quickly grab them & go

Visit redcross.org/wildfire for more information.

In June, we helped 368 people affected by 75 disasters in Southern California.

Thanks to our volunteers for providing comfort and care to those in need. ⛑️❤️

We're excited to recognize U.S. Bank, our local Annual Disaster Giving Program member! U.S. Bank proactively supports our disaster relief mission, ensuring we’re prepared to meet the needs of people affected by disasters big and small in Southern California and across the U.S. Thank you for helping us deliver our lifesaving mission!

Lifesaving skills. ➡️ You never know when you might need them.

That’s why our Communications team recently renewed their First Aid, CPR and AED certifications.

This is your sign to get trained for the moments that matter 👉 https://rdcrss.org/2wyTKFD.