Author: American Red Cross California Gold Country Region

The California Gold Country Region serves a twenty-six county territory including Alpine, Amador, Butte, Calaveras, Colusa, Del Norte, El Dorado, Glenn, Humboldt, Lake, Lassen, Mendocino, Modoc, Nevada, Placer, Plumas, Sacramento, Shasta, Sierra, Siskiyou, Sutter, Tehama, Trinity, Tuolumne, Yolo, and Yuba counties

Why I Work with the Red Cross

“I volunteer for the Red Cross because it’s just part of who am I now. I got started in college because my lifeguard job paid for me to become a CPR first aid instructor and it just seemed right to pay it forward to the community. That was 2002 or so, and I haven’t stopped since.

“When I was volunteer teaching, I knew I was helping save lives. The same goes for my current role in DAT. With organizing smoke alarm installations, I know I’m saving lives. With home fire or larger fire response, I know I’m helping people through the hardest days of their lives…….I know without a doubt I’m helping.”

— JoLynn Miller

Why I Work with the Red Cross

“I volunteer for the American Red Cross because I get the chance to help people who lost everything in a disaster, big or small.  I get to see people in both good times and bad.  But it can be a lot of fun also.  I get to take part in things that I would not normally do.  This gives the people the opportunity to see us also.  I am referring to all of the events we take part in.  I remember last year (after the wildfires) that we took part in two parades.  The people who were watching on both sides of the streets were applauding as we went passed.  This is a good feeling to know that we are appreciated for all that we have been doing.  We get to meet different people that we would not normally meet also.  We will always be there for people whenever they need us.  And we are continuously learning how to help them better.  I could carry on more but I am going to stop for now.”

— Robert Albonico

Why I Work with the Red Cross

“I volunteer for the American Red Cross because they are a lifeline between soldiers and their families when it matters most, including my sons who are soldiers. I volunteer for the American Red Cross because they are there when anyone experiences a disaster.  My parents were assisted after their home burned down, and during the California Wildfires the Red Cross helped so many of my friends who lost their homes.”

— Amy Gardner

 

Why I Work with the Red Cross

March is American Red Cross Month! I asked our Gold Country volunteers and staff why they work with the Red Cross. I’ll post a new reply here every day!

— Stephen Walsh, Gold Country Region Communications Director

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“I volunteer for the American Red Cross because we are causing change and inspiring people to help and support their community!”

— Kate J., Davis High School Student

Evacuation Center During Explosives Investigation in Shasta County

27973380_1688632424526901_1224274136834597951_nANDERSON, Calif. (Tuesday, February 27, 2018) — At the request of Shasta County officials, the American Red Cross is opening an evacuation center at the Shasta District Fair & Event Center due to an explosives investigation at a residence in Happy Valley.

The fairgrounds are located at 1890 Briggs St, Anderson, CA 96007.

Shasta County is utilizing an emergency alert system to notify those affected.

Red Cross volunteers are providing snacks and water to evacuees. Additional services will be provided if needed.