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Melani and Tony Casali are hosting an annual blood drive to honor the memory of their son, Antonios. They teamed up with the American Red Cross for this initiative. The event will take place on Wednesday from noon to 6 p.m. at The Packard Proving Grounds Historic Site in Shelby Township.

State of Ohio inspectors concluded that correctional staff at the Cuyahoga County jail failed to start CPR immediately after Jennifer Wade's heart stopped. The state reopened its review after video evidence showed that corrections staff left her alone in her cell for hours, and more than 20 minutes elapsed before CPR began. Inspectors also found that only three of the twelve responding officers were CPR trained.

The American Red Cross held a blood donation drive at Brookfield Zoo to address its second blood shortage in less than a month. Blood donations have fallen to a four-year summer low, prompting the event.

A Detroit father and his two teenage sons are displaced after a house fire destroyed their 15-year family home. The fire, started by a child on the front porch, forced the family to flee, and they are now staying in a motel with Red Cross assistance while seeking stable housing. A GoFundMe campaign by non-profit Brilliant Detroit aims to support the family.

A fire at a three-story apartment complex in Aurora, Colo., displaced at least 50 residents and impacted 24 units. Firefighters responded to heavy smoke and flames in the attic, with the fire remaining uncontrolled. The American Red Cross assisted displaced families, and the cause is under investigation.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis for the second time in history, citing a nearly 25% drop in supply and four-year low summer donations. Three organizations, including Pasadena Village, Eaton Fire Collaborative, and the Red Cross, are co-hosting a blood drive at the Collaboratory in Altadena.

The American Red Cross has declared a blood supply crisis for the second time in its history, citing a 25% reduction in blood supply this June and a four-year summer low in current blood reserves.

The American Red Cross has reported a national blood crisis due to a sharp decline in donations and critically low blood supplies. The situation is described as a crisis requiring immediate attention.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis for the second time in history, citing a four-year summer low in donations exacerbated by extreme heat, poor air quality, and foodborne illnesses. The organization warns of limited type O positive blood supplies and is restricting hospital distributions, urging donors to use its app or website to contribute.

A Charlotte swim school offers adult classes to teach water safety skills and reduce drowning deaths. Classes cover basic swimming techniques and open-water challenges, with participants like Michelle McIlwain emphasizing the benefits of adult swimming lessons. Instructors highlight the importance of safety measures before entering water bodies.

The American Red Cross has declared a second national blood supply crisis due to a 25% drop in supply since June, with type-O blood reserves at critically low levels. Factors include reduced donations from weather, air quality, and foodborne illnesses, while summer trauma season increases demand. The Red Cross urges donors, especially type-O blood donors, to schedule donations.

The American Red Cross has declared the second-ever national blood supply crisis as donations to its blood donation program have dropped to a four-year summer low. The organization now has less than one day's supply of type O positive blood, the most commonly transfused blood type in the United States.

The American Red Cross has awarded a $5 million grant to San Gabriel Valley Habitat for Humanity to support the long-term rebuilding of Altadena homes destroyed in the January 2025 Eaton Fire. The grant is part of the Red Cross's national Long-Term Recovery Program, aiming to assist eligible homeowners with financial barriers to rebuilding.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis, prompting a blood drive in Altadena on August 3 organized by Pasadena Village, the Eaton Fire Collaborative, and the Red Cross. The event at the Collaboratory aims to collect donations from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with organizers seeking 25 donors to address the shortage.

The American Red Cross has declared a national crisis due to critically low Type O blood supplies, prompting hospitals to assess their stockpiles and urging increased donor participation.

The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage this summer, asking for nationwide donations, including in the Bay Area. All blood types are urgently needed.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis due to summer donations reaching a four-year low. The organization is now restricting the distribution of type O blood to hospitals.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis for the second time in its history due to a four-year summer low in blood donations. The shortage is particularly critical for type O blood, prompting the organization to limit distributions to hospitals.

The American Red Cross has declared a blood crisis, citing donations at a 4-year low. Clinics are urgently seeking Type O donors to address the shortage.

The American Red Cross declared a national blood crisis due to a donation shortage. This is the second time in history such a crisis has been announced.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis due to a four-year summer low in donations, severely limiting hospital supplies. It’s also offering movie tickets and gift cards to encourage immediate donations.

The article emphasizes the importance of preparing for natural disasters by creating emergency go-kits and stay-at-home kits. It cites the World Meteorological Organization's data on daily global disasters and highlights expert recommendations for sustaining households during crises. Stephanie Fox and Jonathan Sury from the American Red Cross and National Center for Disaster Preparedness outline essential supplies and extended preparedness timelines.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood crisis, marking the second time in history. Blood donations are currently at a historic low, prompting urgent calls for donors to act quickly.

Jake Jabs, 95, purchased a bankrupt furniture company for $80,000 in 1975 and built it into a $858 million business by 2025. He has donated over $1 million to Colorado charities and made major educational donations, including $25 million to Montana State University and $10 million to the University of Colorado Denver.

Ford Field hosted a blood drive by Versiti Blood Center of Michigan amid a nationwide blood shortage declared an emergency by the American Red Cross. Donors like Cynthia and Willie participated, with each donation helping three people, as the center aims to collect over 500 daily blood units to meet hospital demands.

A person was hospitalized in life-threatening condition after a reported water rescue in east Charlotte near Powell Road on July 16. First responders indicated the individual may have been in an above-ground pool, though details like age and duration in water remain unconfirmed.

Vermont is experiencing an emergency blood shortage due to a summer donation lull, with half of available blood donation appointments unfilled. The American Red Cross reported a 25% national blood supply drop in June, exacerbated by increased summer demand from accidents and reduced donations as people vacation.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood emergency, stating hospitals urgently need blood products for emergencies and surgeries. The announcement urges donations to address the critical shortage.

The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage due to a 25% drop in the national blood supply in June and a 3,500-unit weekly increase in hospital demand. Factors include reduced school blood drives, busy schedules, and seasonal illnesses, as blood cannot be stockpiled and has a limited shelf life.

The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage and is urging eligible donors to give blood. The Red Cross of Virginia is specifically calling for blood donations to address the shortage.

The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage due to a 25% drop in the national blood supply, with critical needs for O positive, B negative blood, and AB plasma. The shortage is attributed to reduced summer donations from busy schedules, illness, and the absence of school blood drives, prompting calls for eligible donors to give blood or platelets.

The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage after a 25% drop in supply last month, with critical needs for platelets, O-positive, and B-negative blood types. Donors are encouraged to participate, with a Fandango Movie Ticket offered as an incentive until July 31.

A family of five was displaced and four pets died in a house fire in Clarksville, Tennessee on Monday. Firefighters found heavy smoke from a three-story home, located the blaze in the basement, and controlled it within minutes. The American Red Cross is assisting the displaced individuals, and the fire's cause is under investigation.

The American Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage due to a 25% nationwide drop in supplies, with critical shortages of O type and B negative blood. The organization faces challenges hosting summer blood drives as schools and other venues are closed, prompting calls for increased donations.

The American Red Cross declared an emergency blood shortage, stating the national blood supply dropped by nearly 25% in June. They are urging North Texas residents to donate blood amid the severe summer shortfall.

The American Red Cross declared an emergency blood shortage after a 25% drop in blood supply in June, with critical shortages of O positive and B negative blood. Hospitals are facing higher demand due to trauma season, and donors are urged to give blood immediately to avoid disruptions in medical care.

The American Red Cross has declared an emergency due to a nearly 25% drop in the nation's blood supply in June, urging urgent blood donations to address the shortage.

The American Red Cross is urging residents of Middle Tennessee and Southern Kentucky to address an 'emergency blood shortage' caused by a months-long decline in donations. The shortage is particularly critical for platelets and O positive and B negative blood types, with hospital demand exceeding supply. Donors who schedule appointments between July 13 and 31 will receive a Fandango movie ticket.

The article highlights the importance of water safety during summer, noting a 12% increase in childhood drownings in 2021 compared to 2020, with 75% of victims under six years old. It provides 13 safety tips, including supervision, swimming lessons, and avoiding unsupervised water activities, to reduce risks for both children and adults.

Water service was restored in parts of Anson County after a three-day outage caused by a water main leak and pipe blowout. Engineers and contractors worked to fix the aging infrastructure, with full restoration expected by Monday or Tuesday. Residents are advised to boil water until quality tests confirm safety, and donations from Duke Energy and the state are being distributed.