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Your pet depends on you, especially during a storm!
Having an emergency kit ready for your pets is important. Pack essentials like food, water, medications, a leash, comfort items, and copies of vet records.
Planning ahead means less stress for the ones who rely on you most 🐾
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Which path did you follow? ➡️
Whether you landed on Sheltering, Training Services, Mass Care, or Disaster Response, you can help provide comfort, care, and hope when it’s needed most! ❤️
Ready to follow your path in real life? Sign up today at redcross.org/sflvolunteer
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This weekend, our Service to the Armed Forces team had the honor of visiting the 482nd Fighter Wing Spouses Group at Homestead Air Reserve Base! 🇺🇸❤️ These moments remind service members, veterans, and their families who to turn to. For more info, visit redcross.org/military
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During #NationalCPRAEDAwarenessWeek, we’re reminding everyone that hands-only CPR and the use of an AED can double or even triple a person’s chance of survival. But only if someone is ready to act and that someone could be YOU! ❤️ Sign up now at redcross.org/takeaclass
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Hurricane season is here and we are working alongside communities by helping families stay informed, prepared, and safe. We are also working internally to make sure our volunteers and supplies are ready to go! ⛑️
Be ready and learn how you can help: redcross.org/southflorida
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📢 Earlier today, volunteers assisted emergency response crews at the scene of a gas leak in Palmer Ranches, Sarasota.
Local volunteers provided snacks and water to firefighters from the Sarasota County Fire Department as they battled the blaze.
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This week is #NationalCPRAEDAwarenessWeek! ❤️
We're highlighting how lifesaving skills can make the difference between life and death in an emergency. Would you know what to do?
Now is the time to get trained and get certified! Sign up for a class: redcross.org/takeaclass
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Today marks the start of the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season! 🌀
Now is the time to get ready. When it comes to disasters, all it takes is one storm to change everything. We're preparing to respond, but we need you to be prepared too.
Learn more: redcross.org/hurricane
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The countdown to hurricane season is on 🕐
With the season quickly approaching, now is the time to finalize your plans and gather your supplies. Preparation makes all the difference.
Make sure you’re ready before June 1! Visit redcross.org/hurricane for more information.
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Drowning can happen in as little as 20–60 seconds.
This #WaterSafetyMonth, we’re focusing on solutions. Our community is working together to prevent tragedies before they happen.
🔴 Visit redcross.org/watersafety, zerodrowningsmiamidade.org or download the FREE Red Cross Swim App.
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La seguridad en el agua comienza contigo 🫵 Aquí en el sur de la Florida, nosotros trabajamos juntos iniciativas como Zero Drownings Miami-Dade y para educar, entrenar y proteger a nuestra comunidad.
Aprenda más y toma acción hoy: visita redcross.org/watersafety!
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Preparar a los niños comienza con una conversación! Enseñar a los niños qué esperar y cómo reaccionar puede ayudar a reducir el miedo y fomentar la confianza. Unos pasos sencillos pueden tener un gran impacto.
Inicie hoy la conversación. Visite cruzrojaamericana.org
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Can you believe it?! For 145 years now, we’ve been there in times of need! ❤️
From disaster response to community support, our mission has remained the same: helping people when they need it most. This legacy is made possible by supporters like YOU!
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Wildfires can spread quickly and without warning! 🔥
Knowing how to prepare, respond, and stay informed can help protect your home and loved ones. Awareness is key to reducing risk and staying safe.
Take steps now to be wildfire ready: visit redcross.org/wildfire
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In West Palm Beach, more than 20 incredible women gathered at a beautiful rooftop setting for a Tiffany Circle Charm Party hosted by Palm Beach and Treasure Coast Chapter Chair, Patti Glassford 💠 Join us in celebrating these remarkable women!
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In honor of #ArmedForcesDay, we’re proud to highlight members of the Gulliver Red Cross Youth Club who recently collected and donated essential supplies to support women veterans at the Miami VA Medical Center! 🇺🇸
Read the full story: redcross.org/local/florida/s…
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Zero Drownings Miami-Dade offers free water safety education and swim lessons for children. The collaborative movement’s work in prevention, established by the South Florida region American Red Cross and more, aims for zero deaths by drowning.
Read more: miamiherald.com/news/local/c…
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As hurricane season approaches, a well-stocked emergency kit with essentials like water, food, and first aid supplies can make a major difference.
This #HurricanePreparednessMonth, build or update your emergency kit! Visit redcross.org for more information.
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We are providing snacks and hydration to emergency responders from Sarasota County Fire Departmen at the scene of a residential structure fire at the Brentwood Drive in Venice, Florida! ⛑️
For more information, visit redcross.org
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Small actions can save lives in and around water. Awareness and preparation go a long way in preventing tragedies. Watch, learn, and share these important tips.
🛟 You have tons of resources at your fingertips! Learn how to be water smart today at redcross.org/watersafety.
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