American Red Cross aids seven after north country fires
WATERTOWN, NY —Â Volunteers from the North Country Chapter of the American Red Cross provided immediate emergency aid to seven people after weekend fires in two upstate counties.
The Red Cross provided financial assistance for necessities such as shelter, food and clothing to one family of two adults Sunday afternoon after a fire on Atwood Road in Chazy, Clinton County. Volunteers also offered health services, emotional support and comfort kits containing personal care items.
On Saturday, volunteers provided assistance to a family of five on Trickey Road in Theresa, Jefferson County. The assistance provided included food, clothing, and lodging, as well as comfort kits and stuffed animals for the children.
In the coming days, Red Cross staff and volunteers will remain available to help those affected by the fires as they navigate the road to recovery.
HOW TO HELP
The Red Cross relies on the generosity of local donors to help families prepare, respond and recover from disasters in the North Country. Please visit redcross.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS to donate to Disaster Relief and help people affected by disasters big and small.
You can also help by volunteering with the Red Cross and responding to home fires and other disasters in your community. Browse current volunteer opportunities now at redcross.org/volunteer.
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