Monday, August 18, 2008

Shelter Open For Supai Canyon Evacuees And Donations Are Still Being Accepted

In support of the Coconino County Emergency Manager and the Hualapai Indian Reservation, the American Red Cross has opened a shelter for people being evacuated from the Supai Canyon following a dam break.

The shelter is set up at the Hualapai Tribal gym located at 950 Rodeo Way in Peach Springs, AZ 86434. At the Red Cross shelter, people will have a safe place to sleep. Additionally, the Red Cross is partnering with the Southern Baptist Convention to feed people impacted by the evacuation. Plus, Red Cross counselors are providing emotional support.

The Grand Canyon Chapter responded to more than 650 disasters during our last fiscal year. We’re able to meet the immediate needs of our neighbors in need through the generous support of Arizonans. If you would like to make a donation to help victims of a local disaster like this one, please call (602) 336-6660 or go to arizonaredcross.org.