The American Red Cross works year-round to respond to more than 60,000 hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, tornados, fires, hazardous materials spills, transportation accidents and other incidents each year. The Frederick County chapter responds to these same events locally with the assistance of approximately 30 volunteers. Red Cross Disaster Services provides emergency assistance to meet basic human needs.
All disaster relief is a grant to our clients.
You too, can train to become a Disaster Action Team member. A large component of disaster relief is preparedness. Without plans and agreements in place, there could be no organized response. The Frederick Chapter is beginning our Community Disaster Education program and is looking for volunteers willing to carry this information out the Frederick County community. The presentation consists of tapes, brochures, and a puppet show for children.