British Red Cross 🧡

.@decappeal has launched an emergency appeal after devastating earthquakes hit Venezuela. Bringing us together with 14 other leading aid charities, it’s a lifeline for the 10 million people who’ve been tragically impacted. Please donate now: bit.ly/VenezuelaDECX

@AndreaSecco3 Thank you for flagging Andrea. Apologies for the mistake, the correct link should be this: bit.ly/PrepareForWild…

@BritishRedCross The link goes to a donation page for Venezuela

Our volunteers are ready to support communities who need us, including in Conwy, where a major incident has been declared due to a wildfire on Conwy Mountain. If you live in or are travelling through affected areas, make sure you know how to stay safe: bit.ly/PrepareForWild…

With the hot weather continuing here’s some advice on how to stay safe in the heat 👉Drink lots of water 👉Apply sun cream generously! 👉Find shade where you can 👉Look out for vulnerable friends and neighbours More tips and advice: bit.ly/3x1SZTd #WeatherReady

@stuartart999 Thank you Stuart!

@BritishRedCross Well done for of all your work with the Venezuela earthquake and hope lots of people with donate as I have just done!

There's a heatwave on the way across southern parts of the UK this coming week 🌡️ Take a look at the details 👇

What else can we learn from Hernán's rescue? When humanity, expertise, and preparedness go hand in hand, we are better equipped to care for one another and face even the most complex challenges. Behind every successful rescue are trained responders, coordinated teams, and a shared commitment to protecting lives, because preparedness makes all the difference.

Hear our head of emergencies, Alex Pendry, unpack the devastating reality people are facing in Venezuela right now. To support teams on the ground doing everything they can for their communities, donate to the DEC Venezuela Earthquake Appeal: bit.ly/DECVenezuelaEa… @decappeal

People #AlObeid, #Sudan are facing mounting hardship following the recent escalation of hostilities, adding new pressure to an already fragile humanitarian situation. Read our release 👉ms.spr.ly/6017vt04b

Alex Pendry, our head of emergencies, spoke to BBC Breakfast this morning about the devastating situation in Venezuela, the scale of humanitarian need, and what we can all do to help. Watch now and donate to our DEC Venezuela Earthquake Appeal here: bit.ly/VenezuelaDECX

At the @CruzRojaVe field hospital in La Guaira, Venezuela, people are arriving in search of medicine and care. Red Cross teams are working tirelessly to alleviate the suffering and treat the injuries of those who were hurt under the rubble or while searching for their loved ones.

The Venezuelan Red Cross is responding after two powerful earthquakes hit Caracas, causing widespread destruction. To support people affected by these earthquakes, and other crises around the world, donate to our Disaster Fund: bit.ly/VenezuelaEarth…

With extreme heat across the UK this week, our emergency response teams are supporting spaces where people can cool down, get hydrated and make sure they have the essentials to keep their neighbours safe. Thank you to our partners @Tesco and @BandQ for providing vital supplies.

Nuestros socorristas están desplegados en las zonas afectadas para apoyar las labores de respuesta tras los eventos sísmicos registrados en #Venezuela.

We're supporting people impacted following a collision between two passenger trains in the Bedford area on Friday. We know emergencies like this affect people in different ways, and we're working closely with @EastMidRailway to provide ongoing practical and emotional support.

Beat the heat at home. 🏠☀️ A few simple changes can make all the difference in keeping your space cool and comfortable during hot weather. Visit our website for more tips to help you stay cool: bit.ly/HowToKeepYourH…

Since the Bundibugyo Ebola outbreak was declared on 15 May, the @IFRC logistics teams has overcome remote terrain, security challenges, closed airports and difficult road conditions to deliver 23 Safe and Dignified Burial kits, enough to support more than 450 burials, along with over 300 body bags. As needs grow, so does the operation. By mid-July, the IFRC will deliver 181 Safe and Dignified Burial kits, 16,450 body bags, 550 PPE kits and 24 vehicles across DRC and neighboring countries, ensuring Red Cross teams have the tools they need to safely protect communities and preserve dignity. These supplies are more than cargo. They are frontline public health tools and a lifeline for families facing unimaginable loss. You can support our appeal: ifrc.org/emergency/afri…

Our teams are on standby to respond as needed to the heatwave this week. Make sure you are following @metoffice updates and we have advice on our website to help you and others stay safe: bit.ly/HeatwaveAdviceX

⚠️⚠️🔴 Red weather warning issued 🔴⚠️⚠️ Extreme heat across parts of central/southern England and Wales Wednesday 0900 - Thursday 2100 Latest info 👉 bit.ly/WxWarning Stay #WeatherAware ⚠️

With the heatwave continuing this week, don’t ignore the warning signs! ⚠️ It’s important to know how to spot heat exhaustion and heat stroke – and how to help others. Head to our website for more advice: bit.ly/HeatStrokeHeat… @metoffice