American Red Cross Southeastern Pennsylvania

10/31/2025

Happy Halloween! If you're planning to welcome trick-or-treaters to your home tonight, light the area well and sweep leaves from your sidewalks and steps. Make sure to clear any obstacles someone could trip over. Get more tips: https://rdcrss.org/42ZaF4o

10/30/2025

Get ready to 🌟 GLOW! Trick-or-treaters should be able to SEE and be SEEN. Carrying a flashlight is a must. Her are some other costume tips to keep your kiddos safe:

💄 Use face makeup instead of masks.
🔆 Add reflective tape to costumes and trick-or-treat bags. If possible, have everyone wear light-colored clothing.
🔥 Use flame-resistant costumes and wigs.
⚠️ When choosing costumes, stay away from long trailing fabric so no one trips and falls.
👁️ Avoid using decorative contact lenses to avoid problems with your eyes.

Get more tips: https://rdcrss.org/42ZaF4o

10/30/2025

It's been a busy afternoon for our Disaster Action Team volunteers. In addition to helping 4 people after this ⬇️ home fire on the 5400 block of Stewart Street in Overbrook, we're assisting 9 people after structural damage incidents on High Street in Sharon Hill, Delco, and on the 2900 block of N. 3rd Street in Fairhill.

10/30/2025

🎉 Disaster Action Team (DAT) volunteers Helen and Roy present new DAT Specialist Kevin with his iconic Red Cross disaster vest! Congrats, Kevin!

When an emergency happens, our local DAT volunteers are trained and ready to respond, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. They provide comfort and support, emergency shelter, critical supplies, financial assistance and more when families don’t have anywhere else to turn.

Learn more: https://rdcrss.org/3owht38

10/30/2025

Turn Around, Don't Drown! If you're out on the road today and you encounter a flooded roadway, turn around and go another way. Just 12 inches of water can carry your vehicle away.

The forecast for the storm impacting the region through Friday remains on track. The most significant change is an expansion of the Coastal Flood Advisory for the tidal Delaware River. Check the full briefing at weather.gov/media/phi/current_briefing.pdf for more details.

10/29/2025

We are deeply saddened by the passing of Philadelphia radio legend Pierre Robert of 93.3 WMMR Philadelphia. For two decades, Pierre was an instrumental part of the I Bleed for Preston & Steve Blood Drive, showing up year after year with unmatched enthusiasm for his listeners and our donors. He brought smiles, laughter and a powerful voice to the cause—encouraging thousands to roll up their sleeves and donate blood. His dedication helped save lives, and his presence always lifted our team’s spirits. Pierre’s legacy is one of generosity, joy and unwavering support for his community. He will be dearly missed but never forgotten.

10/29/2025

This afternoon, our Disaster Action Team volunteers provided emergency support to 11 people after this home fire on Stanbridge Street in Norristown.

10/28/2025

DYK? Children are more than TWICE as likely to be hit by a car and killed on than on any other day of the year. Let's make this year safer!
👣 Walk, don't run. Make sure your trick-or-treater walks on the sidewalk, not on the street. Look both ways before crossing the street and never cross between parked cars.
🔦 Give your little ghost or goblin a flashlight. Add reflective tape or a glow stick to their costumes and trick-or-treat bags.
🚸 A responsible adult should accompany young children. If older children are going out alone, help them plan their route in advance and set a specific return time.
🚗 Drivers — use EXTRA caution as youngsters may forget to look both ways before crossing.
Get more tips: https://rdcrss.org/47tG5kP

10/28/2025

This National First Responders Day, we're to all Southeastern PA police officers, firefighters, EMTs, emergency managers, paramedics, 911 dispatchers and other public safety and health workers who respond to emergencies. THANK YOU for your courage, sacrifice and dedication.

10/28/2025

Patients need you! Come to give blood or platelets Oct. 27-Nov. 16 and the Red Cross will send you $20 in e-gift cards. Plus, get a chance at a $5K gift card! Harvest hope & give blood. Book now: https://rcblood.org/3JliNFz (T&C; other entry)

10/28/2025

This afternoon, our Disaster Action Team volunteers provided emergency assistance to this family after a home fire on the 500 block of W. Fisher Ave. in the Olney neighborhood of North Philadelphia.

10/28/2025

Hurricane Melissa is now a powerful Category 5 storm heading towards Jamaica and other Caribbean islands. Because it's moving slowly, some areas will face more rainfall and floodwaters, which could devastate homes, communities, and livelihoods.

We're responding alongside several international Red Cross societies. Here's what's happening:

- We're supporting the U.S. Navy's efforts to relocate people from military installations in the storm's path and ensuring that those who had to leave quickly have essentials, like baby supplies.

- The Jamaica Red Cross has already mobilized volunteers and pre-positioned disaster supplies so help can reach people as soon as the storm passes.

- In Hispaniola and Cuba, local Red Cross teams are evacuating families to safer areas, providing mental health support, and working with local officials on their response.

This storm is striking regions already burdened by poverty and recent disasters. As the full impact of Hurricane Melissa unfolds, Red Cross teams will be there to bring relief to those who need it most.