East Shoreline

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American Red Cross East Shoreline Chapter

Chapter Headquarters
228 Washington Avenue
Bay City, MI 48708

Main Phone 989-892-1541
Fax 989-892-2811

E-mail: info@redcross-esc.org

 

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The potential exists in Arenac, Bay, Huron and Tuscola counties for many types of disasters and emergency situations to occur whether natural or technological. Flooding, high winds, tornados, snowstorms, ice storms, and wild fires all pose serious threats to the health and safety of residents. Additionally, major transportation incidents, hazardous material incidents, large fires or explosions and utility failures require unique responses depending upon the nature of the incident.

The Hazard Analysis 2001 report (most current release) conducted by the Michigan State Police Emergency Management division shows that the chapter’s jurisdiction is susceptible to serious transportation accidents, closed routes due to bad weather and technological disasters along highways, railways and waterways, as well as the risk of potential exposure to hazardous materials:

  • The chapter has major commerce highways, freight railroad lines and a commercial shipping port within its geographic area
  • There are 131 contaminated "Superfund" sites
  • 924 fires (house, structure, forest, grass, etc.) happen annually

With such a significant potential for disasters in our community, a strong, unified approach is necessary for public disaster preparedness education and outreach. Preparation and planning for the senior population is also a priority.

 

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Services
The American Red Cross provides a spectrum of services – more than most people realize. If the Red Cross did not exist, most of the services listed below would disappear.

Health & Safety Services

Health & Safety Services educates people on how to avoid, prepare for, and cope with emergencies that occur in everyday life. Sudden unexpected situations can always be devastating to victims, but Health & Safety Services has several courses to help prepare residents and workplaces for emergencies.  All of the Health & Safety programs are conveniently available to groups, worksites, and schools. ...more

Disaster Services

Disaster Services aids in rebuilding the lives of those who have fallen victim to destructive fires, tornadoes, or ice storms. Disaster Action Teams are on call and ready 24 hours a day to assist people in their time of need. Volunteers travel from across the United States to lend their support to National Disasters. Assistance for disasters is a free and generous gift to the American people. ...more

Armed Forces Emergency Services (AFES)

The Armed Forces Emergency Services provides a 24-hour communication link between families and Military bases worldwide. Volunteer caseworkers are available to relay messages to servicepersons regarding births, deaths, and urgent news. AFES also provides families with emergency loans and counseling. ...more

Community Services

When Bay County residents are troubled with an emergency financial situation, Community Services is there to provide financial assistance. Community Services helps families prevent homelessness, by assisting in the prevention of utility shutoffs and evictions. Other programs such as the Comprehensive Housing Program (CHP), Project Angel and Baby Love help find alternative housing, personal care, household, and baby care items for citizens in need. ...more