News Archives 2003

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Contact: Mary Miller
American Red Cross Oregon Trail Chapter
(503) 528-5633 or (503) 705-2584

Red Cross Volunteers Help Milwaukie Residents Affected by Fire

PORTLAND, Ore. - August 11, 2003 - Red Cross volunteers were awakened by their pagers at approximately 2:00 a.m. Monday morning. Volunteers were needed to respond to a residential fire that occurred on SW Courtney in Milwaukie.

Four disaster action team volunteers, including a mental health volunteer, arrived on the scene to help two adults, a teen and an infant. Vouchers for meals, groceries and other immediate needs were provided for the individuals. Volunteers also distributed bus passes as an option for transportation so affected residents can go to the Red Cross this week for additional services.

This assistance is offered at no charge to Red Cross disaster clients, who are served thanks to the generosity of Oregonians supporting the American Red Cross Oregon Trail Chapter.

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American Red Cross, Oregon Trail volunteers respond to house fires every 32 hours on average.
To assist the Red Cross in providing disaster relief, please call (503) 528-5634.
To prepare yourself and your family for fire or other disasters, go to www.PrepareOregon.org