Message of condolence to family of Ed Atkins and entire Chester County...
We were so saddened to hear this morning of the death of Chester County Department of Emergency Services Director Colonel Ed Atkins. We send our deepest condolences to his family and the entire Chester...
View ArticleForget the Ties. Give Dad Tools this Fathers Day
Dad and I circa 1983 There’s something special about a daughter’s relationship with her father. I speak from experience as I’m my father’s only daughter and I’ve also had the privilege of watching the...
View ArticleGesner Street Fire Response
It was shortly after the celebration of America’s Birthday ended when a devastating fire ripped through the 6500 block of Gesner Street in Southwest Philadelphia. The raging fire destroyed or damaged...
View ArticleSwim safety in the palm of your hand
When the summer heat and humidity becomes unbearable, jumping in a pool, playing in the ocean or cooling off at the lake is a must. The cold water provides a break from the heat and a fun time for the...
View ArticleThe Red Cross: a Volunteer Perspective
Although I’ve only been interning with the Red Cross Communications team for several weeks, I have already gained an entirely new perspective on both this community and providing assistance to those...
View ArticleThe Importance of Being Prepared in College
By Caroline Hroncich, American Red Cross Volunteer and Villanova student As a senior in college, I have come to think of this time in my life as a stepping-stone between childhood and adulthood. You...
View ArticleIs Your Workplace Prepared for Emergencies?
September is National Preparedness Month, and it’s important to remember that emergencies can happen anywhere and at any time. Most of us have plans in place at home for emergencies like illness or...
View ArticleFire Prevention Then, and Now
-submitted by Sarah Peterson, communications volunteer Did you know that Benjamin Franklin was responsible for setting up the first fire company in Philadelphia? On a visit to see his family Boston,...
View ArticleEight Simple Tips to Surviving this Halloween
Submitted in part by Carnelita Slaughter, Red Cross Volunteer Whether you are playing chaperone or getting together with friends, like me, you have probably been planning our Halloween festivities...
View ArticleGiving Tuesday With the Red Cross
On Tuesday, December 2, 2014 people from around the world will come together for one common purpose: to celebrate generosity and to give. Giving Tuesday is a global day dedicated to giving back. We...
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