American Red Cross Southern California Region

Add saving lives to your New Year's resolution list by volunteering your time as a transportation specialist. You can help make a difference and deliver lifesaving blood to patients in hospitals. Learn how at redcross.org/volunteertoday #ResolvetoVolunteer

On this #NationalHugDay, we want to recognize our volunteers for sharing smiling eyes and virtual hugs while providing help and hope to those in need!

The need for blood & platelets doesn't pause as we ring in the new year! Help make 2021 brighter for a patient in need by scheduling your next donation appointment. #BeTheLifeline patients need! rcblood.org/appt

Our volunteers remain at the outdoor Temporary Evacuation Point at the Shoppes at Carlsbad to assist those affected by the #ParkFire. The Temporary Evacuation Point for the earlier #CampoFire is now closed, as evacuation orders have been lifted. Thank you to our first responders for their hard work with two fires in the region, and thank you to our volunteers who responded to both wildfires today! For wildfire safety tips, please visit redcross.org/wildfire.

"Hoping the small things I do make tough times a little easier." - Nancy Hackney, Faces of the Red Cross. #ThankfulThursday

According to the CDC, the safest way to celebrate the new year is to celebrate at home with the people who live with you or virtually with friends and family. Learn more here: https://bddy.me/2MojEYs

As the coronavirus pandemic wears on, relentless and devastating disasters continue to upend lives across the country. Through it all, our volunteers are stepping up to help people in need and blood donors are also helping to save lives by rolling up a sleeve to give blood. As we end this year, we want to thank every one of you for your generosity and support, which make our lifesaving mission possible.

Our volunteers are en route to the #ParkFire Temporary Evacuation Point at The Shoppes at Carlsbad, located at 2525 El Camino Real. For evacuation orders follow City of Carlsbad Police Department and CAL FIRE/San Diego County Fire. For wildfire safety tips, visit redcross.org/wildfire or download the free Red Cross Emergency App.

Our volunteers are en route to the #CampoFire Temporary Evacuation Point at the Edwards Cinema parking lot, located at 2951 Jamacha Rd. Please follow the instruction of local authorities, and be ready to evacuate if necessary. For wildfire safety tips, visit redcross.org/wildfire or download the free Red Cross Emergency App.

As the weather cools down and we warm our homes up, make sure to keep items at least 3 feet away from your fireplace. #PrepareSoCal

We will always remember those who have lost their lives to #COVID19. If you have been affected by the death of someone close to you due to COVID-19, we're here for you http://rdcrss.org/3sSce0q

Throughout the last few weeks (and year-round) the Red Cross Disaster Action Team has responded to numerous wildfires and home fires. Pictured is the Red Cross Imperial County Team providing canteen services to our first responders. Thank you to our first responders, volunteers and staff for responding day and night to help those in need!