Red Cross Shelter Opening in Skagit County
The American Red Cross will open an emergency shelter in response to the flooding currently happening in Skagit County, Washington. The shelter will open at 2:00 p.m. today at Hamilton First Baptist Church in Sedro-Woolley, Washington. All individuals in the area are asked to get to safety immediately.
- Red Cross Shelter Opening
- Hamilton First Baptist Church
- 797 Hamilton Cemetery Rd, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
Assistance available at the shelter will include food, cots, and other urgent needs. Evacuating residents are encouraged to bring the following for each member of their family: prescription and emergency medication, extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies, important documents, and other comfort items. Additionally, special items for children and infants, such as diapers, formulas, and toys, should be brought, along with other items for family members who may have other needs.
DOWNLOAD EMERGENCY APP People should download the free Red Cross Emergency App to receive emergency alerts and information about what to do in case of tornadoes, flooding and other disasters, as well as locations of shelters. The App also includes emergency first aid information and a Family Safe feature which allows people to instantly see if loved ones are okay. The free Emergency App is available in app stores by searching for the American Red Cross or going to redcross.org/apps.
HOW YOU CAN HELP The Red Cross depends on the generous support of the American public to fulfill its crucial mission. Help people affected by disasters like floods, wildfires, and countless other crises by making a donation to support Red Cross Disaster Relief. These gifts enable the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from disasters big and small. Make a donation today by visiting www.redcross.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or texting the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 gift.
About the American Red Cross Northwest Region:
The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. On average, the American Red Cross, Northwest Region responds to an emergency like this every 6 hours. All Red Cross disaster assistance is free of charge. For more information about the Red Cross Northwest Region, click here, follow us on Twitter @RedCrossNW or Facebook.