About Disaster Services
The American Red Cross is mandated by congress to provide prompt
relief to victims of disaster. Disaster victims include those involved in fires, floods,
earthquakes, tornadoes, or hazardous materials accidents. The Red Cross has over twenty
different functional areas designed to support and provide disaster response efforts. Red
Cross assistance is geared toward meeting these immediate emergency needs. The Red Cross
enables victims of disasters to resume living independently by providing the means for
them to pay for what they need most: food, clothing, shelter, and medicine. In the event
of a large scale disaster, Red Cross assistance also includes the setting up of shelters
where the work of feeding shelter residents and emergency workers is done, along with
referrals to other agencies.
The Adams County Chapter continually prepares for the worst, and disaster
volunteers are desperately needed. We would like to have a disaster-ready team in every
city and municipality in the county. Help Can't Wait and now is the time to
prepare. Training and preparation can make the difference between chaos and getting the
job done. Training classes are offered. For more information check out the Courses and
Training link. We welcome individuals, organizations and civic groups. Is your interest in
Shelter Operations and Mass Care? Do you want to respond to local disasters or work on a
national level? Your level of involvement is completely up to you! For more information
contact our chapter by phone: 217-222-2477 or email
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