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China suffers some of the worst flooding in decades in this edition of the Weekly Worldwide Wrapup!


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2010 Lake Norman Excursion a Success!

The annual fundraising bicycle ride raised more than $20,000 for the local Red Cross.

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Make sure you and your family are safe!

April showers bring Mayflowers ... and flooding and wind and plenty of opportunities for you to prepare yourself and your family.

The American Red Cross has the tips and tools to keep you and yours safe during springtime storms.

Assemble a Disaster Kit
Thunderstorm safety checklist
Tornado safety checklist
Flood safety checklist

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Have a safe Fourth of July

06.30.2010

This Fourth of July, friends and loved ones all across the country will gather to celebrate our nation's independence and what is for many, the unofficial start of summer. If your traditions include fireworks, barbecues, or relaxing days at the pool or beach, the American Red Cross can help you prevent emergencies and enjoy a safer holiday.

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Need help now?

If you need emergency help, call (704) 378-4620.

The Red Cross is ready to respond to disasters such as flooding and home fires 24 hours a day, 365 days a year.

Red Cross Disaster Services

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Come volunteer with us!

Red Cross volunteers work directly with people, serve on boards of directors, serve as managers and provide behind the scenes support.

Helping others feels good and helps you feel good about yourself. Your local Red Cross can work with you to provide rewarding experiences, opportunities to utilize your talents or provide training to help you serve your community.

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Take a class

American Red Cross training programs are designed to give you the confidence to respond in an emergency situation with skills that can save a life. The Greater Carolinas Chapter offers training opportunities for all ages.

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Course Schedule for July-December

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You can save lives.

To schedule an appointment to donate blood, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE.

The lifesaving blood you donate helps patients in our local and regional hospitals every day, making it possible for people to have surgeries, cancer treatments and other medical therapies they need to survive.

Click here to learn more about the Carolina Blood Services Region.