In February, Red Cross helped 168 in Colorado and Wyoming following disasters

NEWS RELEASE
AMERICAN RED CROSS OF COLORADO AND WYOMING
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Since the beginning of the year, the American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming continues to respond to emergencies every day across the country and in our communities. In addition to the larger-scale disasters and deployments to help other states, Red Cross volunteers and employees were on hand to assist people after daily emergencies like home fires that cause incredible hardship for the impacted individuals and families. Disaster workers were there with relief and comfort for people facing their darkest hours. They delivered food, shelter, relief and cleanup supplies, basic health services — such as help replacing prescription medications and eyeglasses — and emotional support. In February, the Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming provided support and care to 168 people. Out of the 34 calls, most of the calls were for home fires. 

February 2024 Local Disaster Responses 

• Mile High Chapter (MHC) responded to 20 calls for service and helped 105 people. The MHC response area includes ten counties in the Denver Metro area. 
• Southeastern Colorado Chapter (SECO) responded to eight calls for service and helped 37 people. The SECO response area includes 16 counties.  
• Northern Colorado Chapter (NOCO) responded to three calls for service and helped 14 people. The NOCO response area includes 11 counties.  
• Western Colorado Chapter (WECO) responded to one call for service and helped three people. The WECO response area covers 27 counties, serving all Western Colorado and the San Luis Valley.  
• Wyoming Chapter (WYO) responded to two calls for service and helped nine people. The WYO response area covers 21 counties in the state of Wyoming.  

March is Red Cross Month

The American Red Cross of Colorado and Wyoming is kicking off its annual Red Cross Month celebration in March to honor local community heroes who help ensure their neighbors never face crises alone. Red Cross Month is a national tradition that began in March 1943 when President Franklin D. Roosevelt issued the first Red Cross Month proclamation and each U.S. president has followed ever since. Join the celebration by visiting redress.org to make a financial donation, become a volunteer or take a lifesaving skills course.