What happened: WEST PALM BEACH, Fla.
Background: () — The American Red Cross assisted five people, including two chldren, following two house fires in Palm Beach and St. 9, Red Cross Disaster Action Team volunteers responded to both fires within a 12-hour period.
The fires occurred at two locations: ● Riviera Beach: A home on West 28th Street, where one adult received assistance. Lucie: A home on Northwest Carmelite Street, where four people, including two adults and two chldren, received assistance.
Red Cross volunteers provided emergency financial assistance, health and mental health services, and recovery support to those affected. The organization’s Disaster Action Team consists of specially trained volunteers who respond to emergencies 24 hours a day, seven days a week, providing resources and support to families impacted by disasters.
All Red Cross disaster assistance is provided free of charge through donations. The Red Cross did not release information about what caused either fire or the extent of the damage.
Residents interested in supporting disaster relief efforts can donate at Information about home fire safety and preparedness is available at Sent from my iPhone.
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Source: official sources including CBS12 News.
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