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As Hurricane Isaias approaches the Gulf Coast, hundreds of Red Cross disaster volunteers are dedicated to helping people and communities impacted by dangerous weather in the days ahead. Our teams are closely monitoring the storm, pre-positioning emergency relief supplies, coordinating with local partners, and standing ready to provide shelter, meals and comfort if needed. If you live in the storm's potential path, now is the time to review your emergency plan, monitor local weather updates, and make sure you have essential supplies on hand. Take a look at what to know, how to stay safe, and ways to support those who may be impacted by the storm. #Isaias
An image with text that says: 'Hurricane Isaias. What to know and how to help.'

ALT An image with text that says: 'Hurricane Isaias. What to know and how to help.'

The image is a weather map showing the projected path of Hurricane Isaias across the Gulf Coast. The map highlights areas in Louisiana and the Florida Panhandle expected to be affected. The text below the map states that Hurricane Isaias will bring dangerous weather to these regions throughout the weekend. The map includes various weather watch and warning symbols. Source: NOAA.

ALT The image is a weather map showing the projected path of Hurricane Isaias across the Gulf Coast. The map highlights areas in Louisiana and the Florida Panhandle expected to be affected. The text below the map states that Hurricane Isaias will bring dangerous weather to these regions throughout the weekend. The map includes various weather watch and warning symbols. Source: NOAA.

A safety guide titled "How to Stay Safe" with four tips. 1. Secure items outside to prevent them from being picked up by high winds. 2. Move to higher ground before flooding begins. 3. Stay away from glass windows and doors. 4. Don't touch floodwaters due to possible sewage contamination.

ALT A safety guide titled "How to Stay Safe" with four tips. 1. Secure items outside to prevent them from being picked up by high winds. 2. Move to higher ground before flooding begins. 3. Stay away from glass windows and doors. 4. Don't touch floodwaters due to possible sewage contamination.

The image is titled "How to Help." It emphasizes that financial donations are the most flexible way to support before, during, and after a disaster. It instructs to text "REDCROSS" to 90999 to donate.

ALT The image is titled "How to Help." It emphasizes that financial donations are the most flexible way to support before, during, and after a disaster. It instructs to text "REDCROSS" to 90999 to donate.

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Home fires are so dangerous that they claim seven lives a day in the U.S. Oct. 4-10 is Fire Prevention Week, and we have simple steps you can take to prevent fires and keep your family safe in case one happens. Get them at rdcrss.org/3Ve5yfP
Home Fires claim seven lives every day. Image includes a house with flames and the American Red Cross logo.

ALT Home Fires claim seven lives every day. Image includes a house with flames and the American Red Cross logo.

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One of the most important preparedness tools is often overlooked: people who know how to administer lifesaving skills. This World First Aid Day, consider adding those skills to your kit. More at rdcrss.org/4yBr3Wc
A red American Red Cross backpack is surrounded by various emergency supplies, including a radio, flashlight, multi-tool, batteries, foil blankets, a first aid kit, sanitizer, masks, and bandages, neatly laid out on a light surface.

ALT A red American Red Cross backpack is surrounded by various emergency supplies, including a radio, flashlight, multi-tool, batteries, foil blankets, a first aid kit, sanitizer, masks, and bandages, neatly laid out on a light surface.

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Before you walk your dog, make sure the ground won't burn their paws. If you can't keep the back of your hand on the surface you'll be walking on for 5-10 seconds, it's too hot. Pets can get heat illnesses, too. Learn the signs at rdcrss.org/4urPwuu
The image is an informational poster from the American Red Cross. It features a cartoon dog with a paw raised, indicating heat. The text reads: "Is the pavement too hot for your dog? If you can't tolerate leaving the back of your hand on the pavement for 5-10 seconds, the ground may be too hot to walk your dog."

ALT The image is an informational poster from the American Red Cross. It features a cartoon dog with a paw raised, indicating heat. The text reads: "Is the pavement too hot for your dog? If you can't tolerate leaving the back of your hand on the pavement for 5-10 seconds, the ground may be too hot to walk your dog."

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During a heat wave, your home can get so hot that using a fan can make things worse. If it's over 95 degrees, a fan may cause your body to gain heat, increasing your risk of heat illness. Get tips on staying safe during extreme heat at redcross.org/heatcheck
The image is a public service announcement from the American Red Cross. It advises against using an electric fan during warm weather, stating it can cause the body to gain heat when the indoor temperature is over 95°F. An illustration of a fan is included.

ALT The image is a public service announcement from the American Red Cross. It advises against using an electric fan during warm weather, stating it can cause the body to gain heat when the indoor temperature is over 95°F. An illustration of a fan is included.

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Another long stretch of hot weather is here. Take these simple steps to stay safe: 1. Limit time outdoors during the hottest part of the day 2. Drink water and avoid sugary drinks, caffeine and alcohol 3. Spend time in air-conditioned places MORE: redcross.org/heatcheck
Text image titled "Beat the heat" from the American Red Cross. It lists three tips: 1. Limit outdoor activities or exercise during the hottest part of the day. 2. Avoid sugary, caffeinated, and alcoholic drinks, which are dehydrating. 3. Spend time in an air‑conditioned place like a public library or a shopping mall.

ALT Text image titled "Beat the heat" from the American Red Cross. It lists three tips: 1. Limit outdoor activities or exercise during the hottest part of the day. 2. Avoid sugary, caffeinated, and alcoholic drinks, which are dehydrating. 3. Spend time in an air‑conditioned place like a public library or a shopping mall.

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What to look for this month: August is peak hurricane season. If you are in a hurricane-prone region, now it's more critical than ever to make a plan. Wildfires and heatwaves will continue through the summer months.
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Blood crisis! Blood donations through the Red Cross have fallen to a 4-year summer low. Your donation is needed now to keep lifesaving treatments going for patients who can’t wait. Hurry in to give in August & get a $20 Amazon Gift Card by email. Give: rcblood.org/4giL3GZ
A poster features a large red blood drop with the text "We need you!" above it. Beside the drop is a graphic of a $20 Amazon Gift Card. At the bottom, the American Red Cross logo is displayed with fine print about restrictions.

ALT A poster features a large red blood drop with the text "We need you!" above it. Beside the drop is a graphic of a $20 Amazon Gift Card. At the bottom, the American Red Cross logo is displayed with fine print about restrictions.

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For only the 2nd time in its history, the Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis. Patients may already be impacted. Blood donations have fallen to a 4-year summer low. Donors, especially those with type O blood, are needed ASAP to help save lives: rcblood.org/donate
Map of the United States with a red and white overlay. Text at the top reads "WARNING: BLOOD CRISIS." The American Red Cross logo is at the bottom.

ALT Map of the United States with a red and white overlay. Text at the top reads "WARNING: BLOOD CRISIS." The American Red Cross logo is at the bottom.

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Extreme heat kills more people in the U.S. each year than tornadoes, floods and other disasters combined. It's too dangerous to be invisible. Head to redcross.org/heatcheck for simple steps that can help anyone stay safe when temperatures rise.
Thermometer graphic with an alert symbol on a sunburst background. Text reads: "Extreme Heat Is Too Dangerous to Be Invisible. Know who’s at risk. Take action. Save lives." American Red Cross logo at the bottom.

ALT Thermometer graphic with an alert symbol on a sunburst background. Text reads: "Extreme Heat Is Too Dangerous to Be Invisible. Know who’s at risk. Take action. Save lives." American Red Cross logo at the bottom.

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American Red Cross inventories of the most-needed blood types — including type O — are days away from crisis levels. Book an appointment to give blood now. Visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767).
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ALT Red graphic of an alarm with a droplet and the word "ALERT" on a yellow background. The American Red Cross logo is at the bottom.

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Emergency blood shortage: The Red Cross blood supply fell nearly 25% in June. Blood donors — especially those with types O+ & B- blood — and platelet donors are urgently needed to help ensure lifesaving medical care isn't delayed for patients. Book now: rcblood.org/donate
Red background with the words "Emergency Shortage" in bold white letters. The "O" in "Shortage" is represented by a blood drop icon. The American Red Cross logo is at the bottom.

ALT Red background with the words "Emergency Shortage" in bold white letters. The "O" in "Shortage" is represented by a blood drop icon. The American Red Cross logo is at the bottom.

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What to watch for this month: Hurricanes continue to be the major threat of the coasts. Wildfires and heatwaves will go hand-in-hand as temperatures increase across the country. Fires spread quickly and start suddenly, so adding a wildfire kit to your car might be wise.
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Shelters are available for Kansans dealing with power outages after severe storms. Lincoln County: Vesper Community Center 1247 N 120th Road Saline County area Pfeiffer Hall at Kansas Wesleyan on campus at Highland and Claflin Avenues 1/2
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Pfeiffer Hall shelter is managed by Saline County Kansas Emergency Management; check in 7-10 p.m. tonight (June 9). Shelter will reopen for new check-ins at 8 a.m. tomorrow. Please bring your own bedding and pillow along with anything you will need overnight. 2/3
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When the power goes out, turn off and unplug everything to avoid power surges. • Leave one light on, so you’ll know when power is restored. • Keep your fridge doors closed as much as possible to preserve your food. • Never use a generator inside. MORE: redcross.org/poweroutage

Power Outage Safety

For prolonged power outages, there are steps you can take to minimize food loss and to keep all members of your household as comfortable as possible.

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With hot, humid conditions in store this week, it's a good time to remember that extreme heat kills more people in the U.S. each year than all other weather events combined. Your plan to stay cool must include spending time in air-conditioned places. MORE: redcross.org/heat
Extreme Heat safety poster from the American Red Cross highlights that extreme heat is the number one weather-related cause of death in the U.S. Source: NWS (weather.gov).

ALT Extreme Heat safety poster from the American Red Cross highlights that extreme heat is the number one weather-related cause of death in the U.S. Source: NWS (weather.gov).

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Come to give blood 6/1-28 for a $15 e-gift card + chance to win a $7.5K prize! See rcblood.org/June
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What to look out for this month: While tornado season tapers off in the Midwest, the coasts prepare for hurricanes. Wildfires can happen anywhere, especially in droughts or dry areas.
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Get summer ready! Come to give blood May 18-31 for an exclusive Red Cross beach towel, ltd. qty!
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