3 Families Displaced by Fire on Township Line Road

A Saturday morning fire on Township Line Road left three families homeless, according to the Red Cross

The American Red Cross Greater Lehigh Valley Chapter is assisting three families who were displaced by a house fire in a three-unit building on Township Line Road, Bethlehem.   The fire broke out around 10:30 a.m. Saturday, according to a WFMZ report. Video and photos of the fire scene were posted by Lehigh Valley Live. The Red Cross provided food, clothing and lodging for two adults and one child; food, seasonal garments (for two), shoes (for two) and lodging for two adults and one child, and food, clothing, shoes and lodging for two adults.   Refreshments were also provided to the emergency responders on scene.  The Red Cross will follow up with additional services, if needed.

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Send a Holiday Card to a Hero Via Red Cross

The Red Cross Holiday Mail for Heroes campaign is under way through December 7

The American Red Cross is collecting and distributing cards that send words of encouragement, gratitude and cheer while military deployments and hospital stays may keep many of our nation’s heroes away from their families this holiday season, Through December 7, Americans can give something that means something by sending a card of thanks and support to members of the Armed Forces, veterans and their families. “It just takes a moment to sign a card to share your appreciation for the sacrifices members of the military community make,” said local Red Cross officials. “You say thanks, we’ll do the rest.” The Red Cross is inviting the public to send messages of thanks and holiday cheer until December 7 by mailing them to: Holiday Mail for …

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In the Wake of Sandy, The Game Goes On

As Freedom Patriots and Liberty Hurricanes compete on the gridiron this afternoon, students from both schools will cooperate to collect donations for the Red Cross.

  Last year’s annual meeting of Liberty and Freedom high school football teams meant not only Christmas City bragging rights, but a slot in the PIAA Class 4A playoffs. In a classic nail-biter, the Patriots won 45-42, its first victory over the Hurricanes in nine years, on a dramatic game-winning field goal by Sean Wrobel with less than 30 seconds left to play. With Freedom at 4-5 and Liberty at 2-7, both teams have not had the seasons they hoped for going into this year’s annual tilt, which will be played today at BASD Stadium at 1 p.m. It nonetheless carries great significance for Bethlehem. Yes, it’s a rivalry game between two teams that share a city and a school district. Liberty holds the historic edge, having won 29 of 44 previous …

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Storm Shelter Moving to Dieruff High School

Bethlehem shelter on City Line Avenue to close at 8 a.m. in favor of consolidated shelter at Dieruff High School in East Allentown.

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Red Cross Tips for Sandy: What to Do

You can download the free Red Cross Hurricane App and First Aid App to have emergency information at your fingertips.

  The American Red Cross urges residents to make their storm preparations now as heavy rains and high winds are forecast to begin in the Northeast states Sunday afternoon. Weather experts predict this massive weather system could affect as many as 50 million people, with the storm having a significant impact in Connecticut, Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Virginia and West Virginia. WHAT THE RED CROSS IS DOING.  Some expect the approaching storm to be more powerful than Hurricane Irene, which caused a widespread disaster response operation in 2011. The Red Cross is mobilizing disaster workers and putting relief supplies into place. It also has shelters standing by and more than 100 emergency response vehicles on alert to …

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Get New Red Cross App for Your Smart Phone

Need life-saving information at your fingertips? The Red Cross has an app for that.

The American Red Cross has launched its official first aid app, putting free and simple lifesaving information right in the hands of smart phone users. This app is the first in a series to be created by the American Red Cross, the nation’s leader in first aid and emergency preparedness information. It’s also the only first aid app created or endorsed by the American Red Cross for use on both the Android and iPhone platforms. It gives instant access to information on how to handle the most common first aid situations, and includes videos and interactive quizzes. Users who take quizzes can earn badges they can share with friends through social media to show off their lifesaving knowledge. Due to the rapid increase in smart phone users, the …

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Red Cross Issues Safety Tips for Holiday Weekend

Keep these things in mind to keep your family safe during the long Memorial Day holiday weekend.

  With the Memorial Day holiday weekend here, the American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley issued some tips aimed at keeping you and your family safe. DRIVE SAFELY With many people traveling over the holiday weekend, it’s more important than ever to drive safely. People should be well rested and alert, use their seat belts, observe speed limits and follow the rules of the road. If anyone plans on drinking alcohol, they should designate a driver who won’t be drinking. Other tips for a safe trip include: SAFE GRILLING The onset of grilling season often results in injuries and fires due to careless cooking practices. The Red Cross offers steps people can follow to help stay safe while enjoying those tasty cookout treats: WATER SAFETY …

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7 Families Displaced by Fire

A fire hit three row homes and displaced 18 people early Sunday

Several rowhomes in the 500 block of Montclair Street were damaged by fire early Sunday, according to a WFMZ report. The American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley was called at 5:30 a.m. to assist residents of rowhouse apartments who were displaced by the fire. The Red Cross provided temporary lodging, meals, clothing, toiletry items and stuffed animals to seven families (11 adults and 7 children) living at 544, 546, 548, 550 and 552 Montclair Avenue.  

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5 Homeless After Wyandotte Street Fire

Red Cross is helping Bethlehem family left homeless by fire

The American Red Cross of the Greater Lehigh Valley was called at 2:53 p.m. Sunday to respond to fire at 812 Wyandotte Street in Bethlehem.  A family of four adults and one child was displaced from their row home. The Red Cross provided lodging, food and toiletry items to the family.

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