FLORENCE, Colo. — The American Red Cross of Southern Colorado has opened an overnight shelter at the Pathfinder Park, located at 6655 Colorado State Highway 115, Florence, Colo., following evacuation orders related to the 24 Fire burning in portions of Fremont, Pueblo and El Paso counties.

Anyone impacted by mandatory evacuation or pre-evacuation orders can seek refuge at the shelter. All are welcome in Red Cross shelters, including pets.

Red Cross volunteers are providing immediate needs, supplies, support and information. Food and water are available at the evacuation center, as are medical services and mental health services.

Are you wildfire ready? Make a plan and be prepared by visiting https://www.redcross.org/get-help/how-to-prepare-for-emergencies/types-of-emergencies/wildfire.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.