Pacific Islands Tsunami: Scott Underwood Explains His Role
Scott Underwood is the Director of Relief Operations in American Samoa. He’s leading a team of 120 local volunteers and about 80 visiting volunteers. He reports that today we’re providing assistance in...
View ArticleIntroducing the Disaster Operations Center
Christopher Boyle, Sr. Operations Associate at the American Red Cross, takes a moment to introduce the Disaster Operations Center at National Headquarters in Washington, DC. As he explains, disaster...
View ArticleRed Cross Emergency Response Communications Vehicle
Red Cross Communication Specialist Charlie Matthews gives us an overview of one of the technologies utilized by a Red Cross Disaster Operations Center – the Emergency Response Communications Vehicle...
View ArticleHurricane Alex: Disaster Assessment
Red Cross Disaster Assessment Volunteer Irene Zuniga shows us a hurricane water damaged home we found in Edinburg, Texas, and explains what the Red Cross does once we find homes like this.
View ArticleRed Cross Digital Operations Center powered by Dell
How will Americans use social media tools in emergencies? See how social media connects communities and shares lifesaving preparedness and safety information.
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