Other Resources

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Preparing for the Severe Weather Season

When the weather turns violent, the American Red Cross is there providing hope and helping people rebuild their lives. In addition to being a resource after a disaster, the Red Cross urges individuals to take the time to prepare for potential disasters.

Time to Think About Fire Safety

As the weather turns colder, the risk factors for house fires increase.

Terrorism: Preparing for the Unexpected

Information from American National Red Cross.

Homeland Security Advisory System

Terror Threat Color Code System.

American Red Cross Guide for Families Affected By Transportation Disasters

Audience: Families. Provides information regarding the assistance available through the Red Cross during a transportation disaster. This document outlines the establishment and purpose of a Family Assistance

Services range from coordination of meetings with federal authorities to transportation arrangements for affected families. In addition, information is provided regarding common reactions to a transportation disaster.

Helping Young Children Cope With Trauma

Audience: Parents and caregivers of children ages 2-18. Provides information regarding children’s reactions and feelings to transportation disasters. Suggestions are provided for dealing with the fears and anxieties of children in the target audience.

When Bad Things Happen

Audience: Middle school aged children. Provides information about the emotional and physical reactions pre-teens may have to disaster and gives tips to help put the event in perspective in their lives. It also provides suggestions that might help manage these reactions.

Why Do I Feel Like This?

Audience: High school aged students. Provides information about the emotional and physical reactions teens may be having in times of disaster. Helps them understand what reactions are “normal” and recommends how to deal with these reactions.