No matter when or where a disaster big or small may strike, the American Red Cross stands ready to respond 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days …
Debunking ‘Dry Drowning,’ ‘Secondary Drowning’ and ‘Delayed Drowning’
A Q&A with water safety and medical expert Dr. Linda Quan Most of us who spend time in the water are familiar with the risks of drowning, but what have …
Back-to-school: 6 Pro Tips for Teachers and Students
It’s officially that time of year again: back-to-school. We know many of you may be getting your little ones ready for their first day, or settling into the groove of …
Answering a Home Fire Call in L.A.
Editor’s note: A version of this story originally appeared on the Red Cross Los Angeles Region blog. Story by Joseph Edwards, California Safe Corps and Disaster Action Team Volunteer. The …
What kind of fire safety volunteer are you?
As we get ready to Sound the Alarm to end home fires this fall, we’ll be needing help from volunteers just like you. Have you ever wondered what volunteer job …