Red Cross teams from the Northeast Chapter of the American Red Cross Indiana Region are carrying out a simulated disaster response in Noble County and Allen County, Indiana, on Wednesday, May 13.

During the exercise, disaster workers are practicing key response activities, including identifying and staffing shelters and confirming that essential supplies and equipment are ready for use.

The simulation allows Red Cross teams to assess their operational readiness, plans, policies, and procedures, with a strong focus on effective decision-making and coordination during a disaster response.

About the American Red Cross Indiana Region:
The American Red Cross of Indiana Region serves 6.9 million people in 104 counties in Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Ohio through its chapters: Northeast, Northwest, Southeast, Southwest, and Greater Indianapolis (Regional Headquarters). The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies about 40 percent of the nation's blood; teaches skills that save lives; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a not-for-profit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit us at Redcross.org/Indiana or follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and X  @indianaredcross.