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Updated October 17, 2024
Whether living with the impacts of two deadly hurricanes just weeks apart in Florida, or the utter devastation in North Carolina, South Carolina, Georgia and Tennessee from Hurricane Helene, people desperately need help. Many people have lost everything. Sadly, some have also lost loved ones or are searching for those still missing.
The American Red Cross is helping people across the Southeast living with the heartbreaking destruction from Hurricanes Milton and Helene and, with our partners, we’ll be helping for weeks and months to come.
Access to information, especially in times of disaster, is a service for communities in need. That’s why the Red Cross Emergency App and website now share real-time service delivery sites, including financial assistance centers, recovery assistance sites, relief supply distribution sites and shelter locations. This information is crucial, as it ensures that responders, partners and impacted communities understand where the Red Cross is deployed and what resources will be available. www.redcross.org/shelter
Red Cross shelters are open to anyone in need. Pets are welcome, and all disaster assistance is provided free of charge. We provide safe shelter, comfort, and care without regard to personal status or background—ensuring that support is available to all during times of crisis.
Los refugios de la Cruz Roja Americana están abiertos a cualquier persona que los necesite. Se admiten mascotas y toda la asistencia en caso de desastre es gratuita. Ofrecemos refugio seguro, consuelo y atención sin importar la condición social ni los antecedentes, garantizando así que el apoyo esté disponible para todos en tiempos de crisis.
Many areas remain inaccessible. If you need assistance, please consider coming to a shelter.
Disasters are upsetting experiences for everyone involved. Children, senior citizens, people with disabilities and people for whom English is not their first language are especially at risk and are likely to need extra care and help. But everyone, even the people that others look up to for guidance and assistance, is entitled to their feelings and deserves support throughout the recovery process. Call our Disaster Distress Helpline or read more here.
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