Monday, June 20, 2011 — Dangerous wildfires continue to consume thousands of acres across the southwest, destroying homes and forcing people to leave their neighborhoods. The American Red Cross is providing people with a safe place to stay, food to eat and emotional support.
Firefighters in Arizona, New Mexico, Florida, Texas and Oklahoma are busy trying to bring the fires under control despite weather conditions which have allowed the blazes to cross highways and jump from state to state. More than 110 people in Arizona spent Sunday night in Red Cross shelters. The Red Cross is distributing food and drinks to the firefighters and first responders.
The Red Cross has important steps people can follow to lessen the threat of fire while living in or near wooded areas. Being prepared can be your best offense when it comes to wildfires. Learn about the fire risk in your area. Call household members together and talk about how to prevent fires and what to do if a wildfire occurs. Post emergency phone numbers by every phone in your home and in everyone’s cell phone.
Plan two ways out of your neighborhood in case one is blocked. Set up a place for family members to meet outside your neighborhood in case you can’t get home or need to evacuate. Arrange for temporary housing at a friend or relative’s home outside the area.
For more information on fire safety and preparedness, click here: http://www.redcross.org/portal/site/en/menuitem.1a019a978f421296e81ec89e43181aa0/?vgnextoid=1a83518ac2aa0310VgnVCM10000089f0870aRCRD
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