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The Metro NY Home Fire Team in Mount Vernon with Board Members for National Fire Prevention Week 

Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross provided emergency assistance to 129 adults and 41 children for 49 local disaster responses. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review 

• This past weekend, volunteers from Red Cross and MIRA USA installed 46 free smoke alarms in Westchester County, as well as educating 16 homes about fire safety.
• Last Friday, the Metro NY Home Fire Team was in Mount Vernon with Board Chair Lisa Cooper and Board Member Ted Berenblum to promote fire safety with special partners.
• The Metro NY North Home Fire Team was also in Greenwich, CT at the Fire Station last Thursday to inform and educate about fire safety within homes.
• We welcomed IFRC’s Permanent Observer to the United Nations Laura Olson to our headquarters to discuss the work of the IFRC, its delegation to the UN, key global initiatives and more.
• Shoutouts to amazing volunteers like Mitch, Kiki, and Anthony from Long Island who are willing to deploy to Florida to help residents recover from Hurricane Ian.
• Last week during Fire Prevention Week, we took part in the Huntington Manor Fire Department Fire Safety Open House to inform residents about overall safety and free smoke alarm installations.
• Last weekend, GNY Volunteers hosted the Youth Climate Summit, with more than 60 volunteers to discuss disaster relief, fire safety, and more. Watch the livestreams of Day 1 and Day 2!

Upcoming Events and Activities

• Now more than ever, dedicated and passionate civic leaders are needed to serve the Red Cross. Apply to begin a full-time AmeriCorps service year with us.
• Make a Difference and Fall into Service this Season. Volunteer Today as a Mass Care Team Member with the American Red Cross. During large disasters, you can support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided, driver’s license preferred. Sign up today.
• Oct 26: Join us for a FREE orientation and learn how you can uncover your inner hero by joining our volunteer team. Multiple opportunities - one lifesaving mission!
• Oct 28: Join us in Spring Valley at 24 Chestnut St. for a Blood Drive sponsored by Office of NYS Senator Elijah Reichlin-Melnick from 10:30am – 4:30pm. Register here.
• Nov 5: Interfaith Blood Drive at the First Presbyterian Church, 1 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich, CT. For an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org.
  

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Magnolia, a volunteer supporting the damage assessment team for Hurricane Ian in Florida 

Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 112 adults and 45 children following 42 local disaster responses. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review 

• Over the weekend, members of the Long Island Disaster Action Team and Emergency Management team took part in an Active Shooter Drill in New Hyde, NY.
• Last Saturday, students packed 200 "After the Fire" packets for the Long Island Red Cross as part of the Annual Great Give Back event at the Brentwood Library.
• Last week was National Fire Prevention Week, we posted helpful facts, tips, and information about escaping fires.
• FDNY DART member Richard Marucheau received a thoughtful note while providing support and supplies to those affected by Hurricane Ian in Florida.
• More than 1900 Red Crossers are aiding those affected by Ian, like our own local volunteers Lenia, Magnolia and Vivian.

Upcoming Events and Activities: 

• Now more than ever, dedicated and passionate civic leaders are needed to serve the Red Cross. Apply to begin a full-time AmeriCorps service year with us.
• Make a Difference and Fall into Service this Season. Volunteer Today as a Mass Care Team Member with the American Red Cross. During large disasters, you can support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided, driver’s license preferred. Sign up today.
• Oct 19, 26: Join us for a FREE orientation and learn how you can uncover your inner hero by joining our volunteer team. Multiple opportunities - one lifesaving mission!
• Nov 5: Interfaith Blood Drive at the First Presbyterian Church, 1 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich, CT. For an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org.

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There are more than 100 Red Cross ERVs on the roads in Florida delivery meals and relief supplies to people struggling in hardest hit areas.

Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 126 adults and 39 children following 43 local disaster responses. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• As of last week, 31 Red Cross team members are deployed from our region to support our neighbors in Florida like Rok in pet liaison and Bruce and Bob distributing food.
• Watch our own External Relations Officer Desiree speak to ABC7NY “The Countdown” on the ongoing Hurricane Ian relief efforts down in Florida and how local volunteers are providing support.
• Greater New York Logistics Team Members are helping ensure that supplies, equipment and people are reaching communities in Puerto Rico after Hurricane Fiona.
• Over the weekend, Long Island Red Cross was providing information on how to prepare for emergencies at the Mill Neck Manor Apple Festival.
• Shout out and deep gratitude to NYC Council Member Erik Bottcher who stopped by the American Red Cross in Greater New York Headquarters today (which is in his district) to record the Home Fire Safety PSA.
• Last Thursday, 60 students from Our Lady of Victory School were taught emergency preparedness through the Pillowcase Project program.

Upcoming Events and Activities

• Make a Difference and Fall into Service this Season. Volunteer Today as a Mass Care Team Member with the American Red Cross. During large disasters, you can support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided, driver’s license preferred. Sign up today.
• Nov 5: Interfaith Blood Drive at the First Presbyterian Church, 1 West Putnam Ave., Greenwich, CT. For an appointment, please visit redcrossblood.org.

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Many local Red Crossers like Caitlin have deployed down to Florida to provide hurricane relief.

Over the last seven days, the Greater New York Red Cross has provided emergency assistance to 158 adults and 38 children following 52 local disaster responses. Here are some highlights from last week and a preview of upcoming activities. (See below)

Last Week in Review

• Watch CBS NEW YORK, PIX 11 and News 12 coverage on Red Cross volunteers being deployed to Florida to provide relief in the aftermath of Hurricane Ian.
• We are so proud and grateful to all of our Red Crossers who have raised their hands over the past few months to support disasters across the country. Among them are Bruce Vesloski and Bob , Caitlin and Vivian and Nanci.
• Last Sunday, Assembly Member Karines Reyes tweeted an update about a fire on Commonwealth Ave in the Bronx, where the Red Cross assisted 3 families.
• Last Friday, members of the Greater New York Tiffany Circle of Women Leaders and Clara’s Council grabbed their ladders and drills to help install FREE smoke alarms in the Bronx.
• Last Monday evening, GNY American Red Cross provided emergency housing and financial assistance to a family after a fire on Edson Ave in the Bronx.
• The Long Island Press published photo highlights from the Heroes Among Us Gala featuring our amazing honorees.

Upcoming Events and Activities

• Make a Difference and Fall into Service this Season. Volunteer Today as a Mass Care Team Member with the American Red Cross. During large disasters, you can support the day-to-day activities within a shelter which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information, or other areas within a shelter. Free online training will be provided, driver’s license preferred. Sign up today.
• BLOOD DONATIONS ARE VITAL for kids fighting cancer, patients waiting for critical surgeries, patients living with sickle cell disease & those who need blood to survive traumatic injuries. Give blood like lives depend on it – because they do. Sign up now.