It's been over a week since Hurricane Helene made downfall and you no doubt have seen the devastation it has caused. But some things you may not realize:
- This is the strongest hurricane to EVER hit Florida's Big Bend Region
- Wreckage is being experienced from across 10 states and 800 miles
- Entire communities were destroyed, millions are still without power, tens of thousands of homes have been affected, and hundreds of people are still reported as missing.
- The American Red Cross has launched a massive relief response spanning 10 states, 1300 disaster responders, 100 emergency response vehicles and 70 shelters for 2,500+ people. More than 4,000 requests (and growing) have come in to the Red Cross for reunification help, and Red Cross staff are working closely with local utilities and emergency management officials to get help where it's needed.
Please join this call to action for American Red Cross of Utah to reach $1 million in contributions by this weekend to aid relief efforts in this catastrophic disaster. I am so proud of how this organization "just shows up" when needed, but there is so much more help that is needed this time around. Please consider donating, whether it's to the Utah chapter or another near you!
The urgency is now being driven by Tropical Storm Milton, which formed in the Gulf of Mexico on Saturday, is expected to become a hurricane today. The storm is expected to pose a major hurricane threat to Florida by midweek, just over a week after Helene pushed through the region. The current forecast includes a major hurricane—some models are predicting a Category 5—into Tampa, FL.
🌟 The American Red Cross of Utah has initiated a crucial “Giving Challenge” to raise $1 million for Hurricane Helene relief efforts by the weekend. 🌪️ This catastrophic event has taken lives and impacted millions. Our Utah volunteers are on the ground, working alongside over 1,000 Red Cross disaster relief workers, delivering essential aid. 🏠💔
Your support is vital! Every contribution directly aids those in desperate need of shelter, food, and recovery assistance.
👉 Support this cause by visiting redcross.org/donate, calling 1-800-RED CROSS, or texting HELENE to 90999. Let's unite to demonstrate the strength and compassion of our community! ❤️ #GivingChallenge #HurricaneHelene #UtahCares #RedCrossRelief #LinkedInForGood
Proud of this partnership and proud of so many who showed up to help. Thank you Team Edgewell!