Red Cross Oklahoma

Get summer ready! Come to give blood May 18-31 for an exclusive Red Cross beach towel, ltd. qty!

The Red Cross is celebrating the 30th anniversary of Space Jam™ and reminding everyone that giving blood is a slam dunk! Score a limited-edition Red Cross x Space Jam T-shirt, while they last, for coming to give June 8 at our OKC office. Book now: redcrossblood.org/SpaceJam

Between end-of-school madness, milestone celebrations and summer prep, don't forget your blood donor appointment! Get a $20 Amazon Gift Card by email, courtesy of our partners at Amazon, when you come to give May 1-17. Visit RedCrossBlood.org/Amazon for details.

Drowning is the No. 1 cause of death for kids 1-4 years old in the U.S. Never leave children alone around water, whether it's a pool, lake or river. May is National Water Safety Month. Head to redcross.org/watersafety for help making your family water activities safer.

UPDATE, April 25, 8 p.m. The Red Cross shelter at Chisholm Trail Expo Center is now closed. Before we close a shelter, we help displaced families plan their next steps. People in need of assistance can always call 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767).

For more information on response efforts, check with local officials like the City of Enid, Garfield County Sheriff and Garfield County Emergency Management. Contact the Disaster Distress Helpline for free if you need to talk to someone. Call or text 1-800-985-5990.

The American Red Cross is responding after a tornado hit Enid. An evacuation shelter is currently open. Chisholm Trail Expo Center 111 W Purdue Ave., Enid, OK 73701 Everyone is welcome at a Red Cross shelter, and all disaster assistance is free.

Severe storms are possible multiple days this week. Plan to shelter in the basement or a small, interior, windowless room on the lowest level of a sturdy building in case a thunderstorm hits. Practice getting everyone to that safe place. More tips at redcross.org/thunderstorm.

Life is Good 😎 NEW MERCH: Come give March 30-April 12 for an exclusive Red Cross x Life is Good T-shirt, ltd. qty!

Since the early 1900s, Ford Philanthropy, the global philanthropic arm of Ford Motor Company, has partnered with the American Red Cross to support communities when they need it most. What began with providing Model T ambulances during World War I and supporting the Red Cross Motor Corps in World War II has grown into a long-standing partnership focused on showing up for communities as they respond to and recover from crises. Today, Ford Philanthropy continues this legacy of collaboration. On Red Cross Giving Day, Ford Philanthropy will match donations up to $250,000. Your gift can go twice as far in providing shelter, food, and emergency assistance to people affected by disasters. Double your impact. Donate today: rdcrss.org/4dE7Sna

Did you know 20% of people we screened in 2025 had levels in the diabetic or prediabetic range? We're screening for A1C again this March for every successful blood donation. Make an appointment at redcrossblood.org

A housefire puts a family out of their home. A tornado forces someone and their pets to evacuate. A chronic blood disease prevents someone from living their life to the fullest. Emergencies happen every day. We are always here.

If your home was damaged during recent wildfires, please call 1-800-RED CROSS (733-2767). The Red Cross delivers help to whoever needs it. The Red Cross is not a government agency, and people do not need to be American citizens to access Red Cross services.

Spring is near, but it isn't quite here - we're still on alert for these winter emergencies. Are you prepped for what's on the calendar below?

Even if you live alone, you need an emergency plan. You're important too. 💗 Check out these tips below:

We're all in this together. Donating blood saves lives. Make an appointment today on your Blood Donor app, at redcrossblood.org, or by calling 1-800-REDCROSS.

For anyone going to the parade in Oklahoma City, remember: Thunder up, have a cup! Drink 8 ounces of water every hour, even if you aren't thirsty. ⏲️ It will get warm tomorrow at the big basketball party, so it's important to stay hydrated.

Cleaning up after a tornado can be a dangerous job. Make sure you're taking steps to stay safe. ⛔ Do not enter damaged buildings 🥾 Wear thick-soled shoes, pants and gloves 🔦 If the power is out, use battery-powered lights Get more info at redcross.org/tornado.

🌪️SEVERAL TORNADOES🌪️ may be possible during severe thunderstorms today. Stay aware of watches and warnings and know the difference. 👀 Watch: Be ready to act fast. ⚠️ Warning: Get to your safe place now! Check out redcross.org/tornado to make sure you're ready.

⚠️Turn around. Don't drown.⚠️ Two feet of water during a flood can cause your car to float. ⚠️Date la vuelta. No te ahogues.⚠️ Dos pies de agua durante una inundación pueden hacer que un automóvil flote.