Each year, the American Red Cross responds immediately to more than 67,000 nationwide disasters, including house or apartment fires
(the majority of disaster responses), hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, hazardous materials spills, transportation accidents, explosions, and other natural and man-made disasters.

Generous support from the community helped the Red Cross provide assistance free of charge to all victims of disasters.

Staff and volunteers are on call 365 days a year to assist families who have been affected by single family fires, floods, tornadoes, etc. Caseworkers help families with immediate needs and work to develop a permanent recovery plan utilizing Red Cross assistance and community resources. The minimum requirements to join a local Disaster Action Team are: Introduction to Disaster Services and First Aid and CPR Certification - these courses are offered frequently at the American Red Cross.

To volunteer or find out more about disaster services, please contact Anne McNamara at 651-439-0031. You can use your online form if you would like more information on Disaster programs or volunteering.