American Red Cross
Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter
Red Cross Local News
November-16-2009
Red Cross Helps Allegheny County Libraries Prepare Patrons for Flu Season
PITTSBURGH – With extensive reference materials, computers and class offerings, Allegheny County libraries provide a wealth of information to the community. Amid flu season, however, the America
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November-13-2009
Red Cross Offers Holiday Decorating Safety Tips
PITTSBURGH – The holidays are a time for excitement, celebration and laughter. With this holiday season quickly approaching, people throughout the region are decorating homes; while the American
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November-6-2009
Red Cross Urges Local Residents to Use Fire Alarms
PITTSBURGH - The American Red Cross Southwestern Pennsylvania Chapter wants you to be safe and ready in the case of a fire. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) release
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  Disaster Preparedness Resources

Disasters often strike quickly and without warning. They can force you to evacuate your neighborhood or confine you to your home. What would you do if basic services--water, gas, electricity or telephones--were cut off? Local officials and relief workers are on scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone immediately.

The best way to make sure your loved ones and your home are safe is to be prepared before disaster strikes. The links below provide information on how to prepare yourself and your family for a disaster.

 

For more information, contact Michael Adametz at (412) 263-3141 or adametzm@usa.redcross.org.

Red Cross/Center for Disease Control Terrorism Preparedness Website


Terrorism – Preparing for the Unexpected

Shelter-in-Place in an Emergency

Preventing and Thawing Frozen Pipes

Power Outage

Family Disaster Planning

Children and Disasters

Persons with Disabilities and Disasters

Seniors and Disasters

Animal Safety

Emergency Preparedness Kit

Prepare.org

Disaster preparedness materials for seniors, children, people with disabilities, and animal owners.