Holiday Fire Prevention Tips from the Rock River Chapter
November-19-2009
The months of December, January and February are bad months for house fires, including those associated with holiday celebrations. More than 40 percent of home fires occur during this three-month period, according to the National Fire Protection As
Join the Rock River Chapter in the ADOPT-A-SOLDIER Campaign!
November-6-2009
Throughout
the month of November, the Rock River Chapter of the American Red Cross is
taking part in activities intended to recognize our brave servicemen and women.
In conjunction with The Postal Shoppe, the Red Cross is partici
Community HEROES Recognized at Chapter Breakfast
October-22-2009
October 22, 2009 - The Rock River Chapter honored four staunch supporters of the American
Red Cross and our mission: Stenstrom Companies Culver's Restaurant GKN
Foundation Rockford Fire Department This event also served as the
launch of the
Katie Crowther of WTVO/FOX 39 served as the celebrity bartender at Brio Restaurant & Wine Bar in downtown Rockford for a good cause! In just 3 hours the Rock River Chapter was able to raise over $300 for the Disaster Relief Fund. Click here t
American Red Cross Lending a Hand in Samoa
October-7-2009
American Samoa, October 7, 2009 - American Red Cross volunteers are going village to village to assist
people who may be without housing for months and without electricity
for a year or more.
Store
at least 3 days food, water, and supplies in your family's
easy-to-carry preparedness kit. Keep extra supplies on hand at home in
case you cannot leave the affected area.
Keep your kit where it is easily accessible.
Remember to check your kit every six months and replace expired or outdated items.
Step Two: Make a Plan
Talk with your family.
Plan.
Learn how and when to turn off utilities and use life-saving tools such as fire extinguishers
Tell
Everyone where emergency information and supplies are stored. Provide
copies of the family's preparedness plan to each member of the family.
Always ensure that information is up-to-date and practice evacuations,
following the routes outlined in your plan.
Don't forget to identify alternative routes.
Include pets in your evacuation plans.
Step Three: Be Informed
Get Info--Learn ways you would get information during a disaster or emergency.
Know Your Region--Learn about the disaster that may occur in your area.
Action Steps--Learn First Aid from your local Red Cross Chapter.
For more information you can call the Rock River Chapter at (815) 963-8471.
