Disaster Relief & Preparedness

The Red Cross provides 24-hour disaster relief to victims of natural and man-made disasters. Following a disaster, victims look to the Red Cross to help them with financial assistance for food, clothing, shelter, emergency medical needs, household furnishings and occupational supplies. Whether it’s a single family fire or a major flood, tornado or hurricane, trained Disaster Action Team members from the Central Maryland Chapter quickly respond to human needs in times of crises.

Find out about how Disaster Services helped the victims of recent disasters.

Click on the following items for further information about being prepared for disaster:

• Protect Yourself Against Fire
• Emergency Preparedness Checklist
• Your Family Disaster Supplies Kit
• Disaster Preparedness for Pet Owners
• Become a Disaster Action Team member
• Take a CPR or First Aid Class

If you would like more information on becoming a volunteer with the Emergency Services Team, click here.

Automated external difibrillators and CPR training are proven to save lives.

A co-worker uses CPR to save a life during a critical moment at the office.