American Red Cross volunteers responded yesterday to a single resident fire in the District of Waimea/Kamuela. Red Cross volunteers met with the occupants of a single male and his cat to ensure the immediate emergency needs of  shelter, food and clothing, were met.  Caseworkers will continue to follow up with the family to ensure their immediate needs are met, and to provide referrals to assist with their disaster recovery.

The Red Cross encourages all families to make a disaster plan to include an evacuation plan with two different routes of escape, a communications plan to help families reconnect after disaster and a disaster supplies kit that is readily available to aid in a quick evacuation.  Information on developing a family plan is available to the public at www.redcross.org, or a brochure can be requested by calling 734-2101. 

The Red Cross is a non-profit humanitarian organization which provides assistance to meet the immediate emergency needs of those affected by disasters. All Red Cross assistance to disaster victims is free. The Red Cross is not a government agency; it depends on public contributions to help others. Your gift supports the lifesaving mission of the American Red Cross in your community, across the country and around the world.  To send a contribution, mail your check to:

American Red Cross

Hawaii State Chapter

4485 Pahe'e Street, Suite #145

Lihue, HI 96766

 Make a secure online donation at www.hawaiiredcross.org or call:  (808) 739-8109