📚 The Pillowcase Project is an interactive guide for children to build an emergency kit, and last month Red Crossers showed kids just how empowering preparation can be! A huge thanks to @KPLCtv7 for covering this important program! Watch the story here: bit.ly/3KZpU41

⛑️ Here are a few helpful tips from our CEO, Kenneth St. Charles PhD, who joined @WGNO yesterday to share readiness information: wgno.com/hurricaneseaso…

👏🏽 We’d like to express our gratitude for Celeste Viator's 10 years of service on the Capital West Chapter Board of Directors, as well as the generous contributions made by Hannis T. Bourgeois, LLP in support of our mission to alleviate human suffering and help Louisianans.

🎆 Happy 4th of July! 🔥 😰💦 It's going to be a scorcher today in Louisiana, so if your holiday plans bring you outside to grill, swim or shoot fireworks, make sure you're paying attention to the warning signs of heat-related illness. ⭐ Have a safe and happy Independence Day!

🤔 Have you ever wondered what it's like to be a Red Cross volunteer on a disaster response or at our Louisiana preparedness or military events? Even the work-from-home opportunities are rewarding! Learn more at RedCross.org/Louisiana.

⚠️ Flash flooding is possible in southwest Louisiana today, with heavy rainfall predicted throughout the day. 👀 Stay weather aware, have multiple ways to receive information and take steps to prepare your home. For more tips on staying safe, visit rdcrss.org/2MjFwyg.

🤔 If you've ever wondered about how we support families before, during and after hurricanes, home fires and tornadoes, our North Chapter leadership shares all of that and more on this KSLA News 12 segment, brought to you by Yokem Toyota. 📺 Watch it here: bit.ly/3zTMJUu

🎉 Happy Labor Day 🎉 ☎️ Disasters don't take holidays, and we're grateful for our workforce across the country - 90% of whom are dedicated volunteers - who answer the call to help their neighbors whenever the need arises. 🙌🏾 Thank you to all who support the mission!

🏡 Help the older adults in your life prepare for #HurricaneFrancine by asking if they would need support during an evacuation. You can discuss an emergency plan, gather crucial supplies, and create an emergency contact list. Together we can all #BeReady. redcross.org/olderadults

🚚 Teams are mobilized across the state, from north Louisiana to south Louisiana, and stand ready to respond. Thanks to KNOE 8 News for sharing preparedness and response information for those in need. knoe.com/video/2024/09/…

🔦 If you are one of the thousands of Louisianans who lost power during #HurricaneFrancine, here are a few tips to help keep your family safe, especially if you're using a generator. redcross.org/poweroutage

Fire prevention week...

🙏🏽 Your donation can help the American Red Cross provide meals, shelter and hope to people when they need it most. ❤️ Help people affected by Hurricanes Milton and Helene. Donate at redcross.org or call 1-800-RED CROSS. Text HURRICANES to 90999 to donate.

👩‍🚒 It's National First Responder Day! 👮‍♂️ Today, we honor the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to serving and protecting our communities, often in the face of danger. 🚑 Thank you for your selflessness, courage, and unwavering commitment. You are true heroes!

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❤️ On #VeteransDay, we send a heartfelt "thank you" to all who served our country. 🙏 We show our gratitude year-round while supporting veterans across Louisiana. May we honor your courage and sacrifice through continued compassionate service. #ServiceAfterService

👀 Severe storms are possible today in areas throughout southeast Louisiana. Remember: stay weather aware, have multiple ways to receive alerts and identify a safe room to shelter-in-place in the event of a tornado warning.

🥘 On the eve of Thanksgiving, we just wanted to share a few tips as you prepare your feast for tomorrow.

🧡 To our volunteers, thanks for giving your time and energy to serve our mission. We are grateful for you today and every day!

😷 If you're brave enough to venture out in the wee morning hours today for #BlackFriday, make sure you protect yourself and your family from the crowds.