We responded to a powerful January storm placing nearly all 50 states under weather alerts. This system, which brought heavy rain and strong winds, also spawned five tornadoes, devastating dozens of Florida Panhandle homes and businesses in their path.

Recovery can be a long and challenging journey. This family recently rebuilt their home after it was destroyed by a hurricane five years ago. Now, they face the heartbreaking task of rebuilding once again after tornadoes swept through in January.

Keeping neighborhoods safe in North Florida! A special thank you to our partner fire departments and volunteers for the tremendous success of our Home Fire Campaign, providing free smoke alarm installations and in-home fire safety education sessions.

Disasters, like the RISE Doro fire, occur far more often than larger storms like hurricanes. Thanks to the generosity of the American public and the swift response of our local partners, we’re able to get the resources we need at a moment’s notice.

Volunteers respond to a disaster every eight minutes—mostly home fires. Day or night, holidays or weekends, Amanda Hall is one of those volunteers. In her 15 years, she has provided comfort to over 1,000 local families in the aftermath of disasters.

We celebrated CPR + AED Awareness Week by partnering with the Jacksonville Jaguars. “After today, there will be over 150 people that are certified and trained to be able to provide lifesaving support when needed. How powerful is that?”

Three tornadoes tore through Tallahassee, leaving behind a path of destruction not seen in nearly 30 years.

Red Crossers were on the ground immediately, offering safe shelter, mobile feeding, and delivering supplies to impacted neighborhoods.

When possible, the American Red Cross works with local vendors and partners during disaster relief. Spending donated dollars inside the impacted community helps with local recovery and is a win-win for everyone.

Team Panama City stepping up for the community!

We respond to a disaster every eight minutes and are always ready, 24/7. As the climate crisis intensifies and disasters grow more frequent and severe, we’re expanding our ability to support those in need.

Though their furniture was ruined, they managed to gather a few belongings, including games and puzzles to keep their children entertained. They quickly became a hit with other residents and volunteers joining in for lively rounds of UNO!

OPicasso, the mini therapy horse, was all smiles during his visit to Eglin AFB. Red Cross animal visitation teams are active all over the world. Visitation teams are set up to support deployed military families stationed in the United States and overseas.

Joel Walker, our Volunteer Services Officer, checks in on our most valuable asset—our volunteers. While they work tirelessly to ensure shelter residents have everything they need, we make sure our volunteers are supported and doing well.