How to Help Oklahoma Tornado Victims

American Red Cross of Southeastern Michigan shares ways local residents can support those affected by the disaster.

Dozens of people – including children – were killed when a massive tornado Monday afternoon ripped through the town of Moore, Okla., a suburb of Oklahoma City, according to the Associated Press. As search-and-rescue crews continue to dig through the rubble, many people are wondering what they can do to help those affected by the disaster. John Mozena, spokesperson for the American Red Cross of Southeastern Michigan, said the organization should know more later today about exactly how much help is needed. "We're still in the assessment phase of what's going on in Oklahoma with our disaster assessment professionals," he said. "You see the photos of the devastation and it's just horrific, and the people in the town have lost everything." …

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6:41 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2013

What a great idea giving a donation to Petfinders! Here is a wonderful video of a woman finding her dog after the tornado. http://www.cbsnews.com/video/watch/?id=50147264n Grab a tissue for this one.   more ›

14 Ways to Protect Yourself from Flooding

Here are some tips from the American Red Cross for Southeastern Michigan.

Here comes the rain again. This week's forecast for the Southeast Michigan area shows, rain, rain and more rain. April showers bring May flowers, but they also bring flooding to the area, and the American Red Cross of Southeastern Michigan wants you to be prepared. According to a press release from the Red Cross, floods are among the most frequent and costly natural disasters. Conditions that cause flood include heavy or steady rain for several hours or days that saturate the ground. Flash floods occur suddenly due to rapidly rising water along a stream or low-lying area. You will likely hear weather forecasters use these terms when floods are predicted in your community: 7 Tips for Responding Appropriately During a Flood 7 Tips to Stay …

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Service Groups Provide Relief for Victims Displaced by Fire

When a fire ravaged through an apartment complex Thursday in Plymouth Township, representatives from the American Red Cross and Salvation Army were there to help.

Little could be done Thursday to console the residents in 16 apartments units who lost personal property and pets in an apartment fire that morning that ravaged through the Lake Pointe Village Apartments in Plymouth Township. Representatives from the American Red Cross and Salvation Army, however, arrived at the scene to offer any help they could to get the residents through a difficult time. The service groups were on hand Thursday to offer blankets and warm beverages to residents and firefighters, while helping displaced residents find a place to stay for the next couple of days and replace clothing lost in the blaze. For the Salvation Army, the efforts were split between helping residents of the apartment and keeping the fire crews warm…

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Donors Needed for Hillside Blood Drive

Donate blood at Hillside Middle School in Northville.

The American Red Cross will have a blood drive at Hillside Middle School in Northville on Tuesday, Feb. 26 from 2:00-8 p.m. in the Auditorium. Appointments are highly recommended and can be made by clicking here. More donors are needed to reach Hillside's goal of collecting 30 units of blood. To donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health and provide a valid photo ID upon donation. For answers to any additional questions you may have regarding eligibility, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-866-236-3276.

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Winchester To Host Blood Drive on Feb. 11

Donate blood at Winchester Elementary School in Northville.

The American Red Cross will have a blood drive at Winchester Elementary School in Northville on Monday, Feb. 11 from 2:30-8:15 p.m. in the Multi-purpose Room. Appointments are highly recommended and can be made by clicking here. To donate blood, you must be at least 17 years old, weigh at least 110 pounds, be in general good health and provide a valid photo ID upon donation. For answers to any additional questions you may have regarding eligibility, visit redcrossblood.org or call 1-866-236-3276.

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Plymouth Whalers Offer Free Tickets for Fans' Blood

Blood drive donors will receive a Whalers ticket.

On Friday, the Plymouth Whalers will be out for blood. The Whalers are teaming up with the American Red Cross to host a blood drive from noon-6 p.m. Friday at Compuware Arena. According to a news release from the team, anyone who tries to donate will receive a free ticket to see the Whalers take on the Soo Greyhounds, valued at $12, that night. The Whalers (25-14-5-4) and Greyhounds (26-19-2-2) face off at 7:05 p.m. at Compuware Arena The game will be broadcast on WSDP-FM, 88.1, beginning at 6:45 p.m., and on Comcast 900/Xfinity television starting at 7. The Whalers are back in action Saturday, facing the Peterborough Petes (14-27-3-4) at Compuware Arena with faceoff at 7:05 p.m. The game will be broadcast on WSDP-FM, 88.1, starting at 6:…

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Amerman Brownie Troop Sponsors Blood Drive

The third-grade Girl Scouts are sponsoring the drive on Jan. 26.

Red Cross Needs Blood Donations to Help Communities Affected by Hurricane Sandy

Red Cross urges blood donations in unaffected areas across the country as emergency responders assess damage from Hurricane Sandy.

- Submitted by the Southeastern Michigan Blood Services Region of the American Red Cross. Hurricane Sandy has forced the cancellation of approximately 300 American Red Cross blood drives in 14 states along the East Coast, resulting in a shortfall of more than 9,000 units of blood and platelet donations. All eligible donors in unaffected parts of the country are encouraged to roll up a sleeve and give blood or platelets. “Just as Red Cross volunteers have mobilized to provide disaster relief and other emergency assistance, we are mobilizing blood and platelets donations to ensure patients have access to the potentially lifesaving blood products they need,” said Diane E. Ward, CEO for the Southeastern Michigan Blood Services Region of the …

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Red Cross Issues Urgent Plea for Blood Donations

Area blood supplies are low due to cold and flu season, and the Red Cross is asking for help.

A recent outbreak of colds and influenza in southeast Michigan has caused many individuals who had intended to donate blood to tell the Red Cross they can't give right now due to illness. Unfortunately, that means the blood supply in local hospitals and medical facilities in southeast Michigan is dwindling quickly, causing the Red Cross to issue an urgent plea for healthy blood donors to step forward and give. "The Southeastern Michigan Blood Services Region must collect 900 units of blood each and every day to support the needs of our local hospitals," said Martha Kurtz, communications associate for the Red Cross. "Our blood donors are so supportive, we felt if they knew about our current situation, they’d understand how much we need and …

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Upcoming Blood Drives in the Novi, Northville Area

The American Red Cross is holding several local blood drives in the upcoming weeks.

Want to save a life? Now's your chance. The American Red Cross is hosting several local blood drives in the next few weeks. To make an appointment, you can call 1-800-RED-CROSS or sign up online. Walk-ins are always welcome. Here's where you can go to donate blood: 

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