By Dale Kunce and Jenelle Eli, American Red Cross When Hurricanes Irma and Maria slammed into Puerto Rico, they left behind a trail of destruction and all the humanitarian needs …
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Social Media Savvy Mom “Likes” Red Cross in Times of Emergency
Written by Patricia Kemp, communications manager, American Red Cross Tina Branham was at home with her three kids October 3 when the rain began to fall. She logged into Facebook to …
A Millennial Gives a Thumbs Up to New Social Giving Survey
I’m just going to come out and say what I sometimes feel I’m generally judged for. I’m a millennial! I text while I walk; I Snapchat a selfie; I express …
TNT’s Boston’s Finest Finale Reminds Viewers “What It’s Like to be a Hero”
Tonight, TNT aired the season finale of Boston’s Finest. Viewers from all over the nation tuned in, wrapped in blankets trying to keep warm and forget the frigid weather outside. …
Isaac
We’re closely following the social conversations around Isaac.
How You Use Social Media in Emergencies
Check out this infographic illustrating how you use social media in emergencies
#CrisisData: The Path Forward
Now, we’d like to present the framework for a path forward. After reviewing the notes, speeches, and wiki feedback from the summit, we’ve outlined 5 areas where we can make headway over the next few months.
I can’t smell danger
We’re working here at the Red Cross on how we might use technology and social communities to help you be prepared for anything.
Social Tools in Emergency Situations
A selection of recent stories detailing how people are using social and mobile tools in emergencies. Have you seen other examples?
Hurricane Earl Advisory
Latest NOAA Advisory for Hurricane Earl, social web resources