Georgia Red Cross

10/07/2026

There's still a lot we don't know about what Tropical Storm Isaias will do, but now is the time to prepare. Taking a few simple steps today can help keep you and your loved ones safe. You can:

✅ Have a plan to evacuate if needed
✅ Build or check your emergency kit
✅ Stay informed with weather alerts

Download the Red Cross Emergency app for real-time alerts, flood safety information and expert guidance in English and Spanish, or visit redcross.org/flood.

10/07/2026

The weather may have been wet, but that didn't stop an incredible group of volunteers, community partners and staff from showing up for Garden City! ❤️

Together, we helped distribute 50,000 pounds of food to local families through the Stock the Block Mobile Food Pantry.

A huge thank you to our partners at Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia, Savannah-Chatham County Public School System and the nearly 100 volunteers who proved that a little rain can't dampen the power of community.

10/07/2026

“Harley came in and said, ‘I see smoke.’ I got in my wheelchair, and black smoke and flames were in the living room,” Summer Clance recalled about a day in August.

With flames tearing through their home, Summer guided her children to safety. Everyone escaped unharmed.

When the Clance family faced one of the worst days of their lives, the American Red Cross was there with comfort, support and hope.

“I was surprised. I didn’t think someone was coming immediately that day,” Summer said.

Read more about the Clance family’s inspiring story: https://rdcrss.org/46T6R6r

10/06/2026

Please join us in welcoming Travis Baxley to the Red Cross team!

Travis joins us as our new Service to the Armed Forces (SAF) Specialist supporting Moody Air Force Base. A retired Marine with 20 years of service, he's bringing a wealth of military experience, leadership and passion for supporting service members, veterans and their families.

“I am extremely excited to be joining the American Red Cross SAF Team,” Travis shared. “I have always been passionate about the military and look forward to providing the best possible support.”

10/06/2026

During Fire Prevention Week, the American Red Cross encourages families to create a home fire escape plan and practice it at least twice a year.

The Red Cross recommends:

• Know two ways to escape from every room in your home.
• Choose a meeting place outside where everyone can gather safely.
• Get out and stay out.
• Time your fire drill to see how quickly everyone can escape.
• If a fire starts in your home, get out safely and call 911.

Lt. Jeremy Webb of the Macon-Bibb Fire Department knows firsthand how these tips make a difference.

For more information visit Redcross.org.

10/05/2026

Red Cross volunteers are ready to respond to emergencies 24/7/365 across 159 counties in Georgia. Last week, volunteers responded to 33 disasters, mostly home fires. They helped 148 people displaced by those disasters. Donate today to support the urgent needs of families impacted by disasters: redcross.org.

10/05/2026

Across the country, the American Red Cross responds to around 65,000 disasters each year, and most are home fires.

During Fire Prevention Week, take time to review your family's escape plan and test your smoke alarms to make sure they're working properly.

If the worst happens, the Red Cross is there to provide comfort, support and hope when it's needed most.

Learn more at RedCross.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

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10/04/2026

Raise your hand if you've ever walked away from the stove "for just a second." ✋

Now put your hand back on the spatula! 🍳

The Red Cross teamed up with firefighter and Fire Department Chronicles creator Jason Patton to tackle one of the leading causes of home fires: unattended cooking.

Watch before your smoke alarm becomes tonight's dinner bell. https://bit.ly/4z6F2Ub

What starts as a quick scroll can turn into a kitchen emergency. In...

10/03/2026

👻 Ghosts are great at disappearing, but when it comes to giving blood, they come up empty-handed.

Luckily, you can make a real difference.

🩸 Get into the spirit of saving lives. Schedule your blood or platelet donation today at RedCrossBlood.org, call 1-800-RED CROSS or use the Red Cross Blood Donor App.

Because the only thing scarier than ghosts is a blood shortage.

10/02/2026

October is Sudden Cardiac Arrest Awareness Month.

Sudden cardiac arrest is one of the most common causes of heart-related deaths in the U.S. and can happen without warning. Cardiac arrest occurs when the heart suddenly stops beating or beats too ineffectively to circulate blood to the brain and other vital organs. Make sure you, your family and your community are prepared to respond to a cardiac emergency.

Learning CPR and how to use an AED can give you the skills and confidence to act when the people who matter most are depending on you.