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The official account of the American Red Cross.

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  We share everyone's concern about the border situation and stand ready to help. We have offered assistance to federal gov't authorities, but without permission, we can't access facilities. Here’s a list of trusted organizations providing assistance:
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  We are on the ground helping prepare for #HurricaneFlorence. More than 1,600 people spent last night in 36 Red Cross and community shelters in South Carolina and North Carolina. To find a shelter location in your area, visit➡️ rdcrss.org/2LyvLRs
  
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  More than 1,500 Red Cross disaster workers are helping #HurricaneFlorence relief efforts. Some 80 emergency response vehicles and more than 120 trailers of equipment and relief supplies have been deployed. rdcrss.org/2Na5Z6F
  
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  🚨 #HurricaneIan may be one of the largest natural disasters ever to hit Florida. We have 1,000+ disaster workers on the ground providing shelter, meals & more. Please help those affected. A donation of any size makes a difference: rdcrss.org/ianhelp
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  #HurricaneIan has devastated communities across Florida. Entire neighborhoods are destroyed. Thousands are in shelters. Our priority is providing comfort, shelter, food & other support to people affected. Want to help? Make a donation: rdcrss.org/ianhelpEven $10 helps.
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  Misinformation can spread quickly after a disaster, causing confusion and distrust within communities struggling to recover. Unfortunately, we’re seeing this during our response to Hurricane Helene. Sharing rumors online without first vetting the source and verifying facts
  
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  Serving the military is part of what we do. For these #MilitarySpouses, joining the Red Cross as a volunteer helped them get involved in their ever-changing communities: rdcrss.org/2L7ADtK
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  Make a blood donation this #LaborDayWeekend and you'll receive this free tote bag while supplies last to carry everything you need for your weekend plans. ⛱
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  When it comes to hurricanes, preparation is key. Here's what you can do now to make sure your pets are well taken care of in the case of an evacuation: rdcrss.org/34dppwr #HurricaneDorian2019
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  The free Red Cross Emergency App puts real-time weather alerts, open Red Cross shelter locations and #hurricane tips in the palm of your hand. Download today: 3cu.be/shareeme #Dorian
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  Over the past week, blood centers throughout the country have experienced a significant drop in donations due to #COVID19. Let's talk about why this is so significant, what it could mean for our nation's blood supply, and why healthy people should donate now. #THREAD