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Due to extreme heat and high demand for sites, hats are common throughout Athens, particularly near ancient locations like the Acropolis. Growing public awareness of ultraviolet exposure and heat stroke has prompted Red Cross volunteers and health campaigners to distribute protection kits. This heightened need has also spurred increased sales of both mass-produced headgear and elaborate handmade options.

Due to extreme heat and record visitor numbers at ancient sites like the Acropolis, sun protection awareness is increasing among tourists. The hot weather led to a rise in sales of various hats and headgear in Athens. Health campaigners have welcomed this growing attention to ultraviolet exposure risks.

A fire tore through a Little Havana apartment building at 2110 W Flagler Street on Wednesday evening, forcing residents to evacuate. Miami Fire Rescue crews successfully extinguished the blaze in less than an hour, preventing a potential explosion near gas lines. All residents and pets were safe but needed temporary shelter, leading the Red Cross to arrange housing at a hotel in Miami Springs.

Market 32 and Price Chopper are kicking off their annual Round Up at the Register campaign to support the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund. Although hurricane season is ongoing, the donation helps support the Red Cross's continued work in the Capital Region following recent historic flooding, home fires, and blood availability initiatives.

Brookfield Zoo Chicago is hosting a blood drive to address the Red Cross blood crisis, offering free admission to donors. The event aims to boost blood supply amid the ongoing shortage.

Wildfires in Spokane, Washington, have displaced over 65,000 residents and destroyed more than 700 buildings, with the Red Cross operating emergency shelters. The fires, linked to extreme drought and heat, highlight worsening wildfire conditions in the Pacific Northwest, where Washington and Oregon face record-breaking destruction.

Danielle Mitchell escaped a fire in a Southeast D.C. apartment building on Aug. 4, 2026, with her 71-year-old mother and 12-year-old daughter. Neighbors alerted residents, and firefighters responded to the blaze, which displaced 28 adults, 16 children, four dogs, and three cats. Assistance was provided by agencies including the Red Cross and D.C. Department of Human Services.

The Red Cross is urging international aid as the Sudan crisis worsens. The charity warns that declining humanitarian support could hinder efforts to help communities rebuild their lives.

During a food distribution by the Red Cross in Ceuta, Spain, following a mass arrival of migrants traveling by foot and by sea from Morocco on August 3, 2026.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis for the second time in history, citing a nearly 25% drop in supply and four-year low summer donations. Three organizations, including Pasadena Village, Eaton Fire Collaborative, and the Red Cross, are co-hosting a blood drive at the Collaboratory in Altadena.

Trump announces an agreement for the disarmament of Hamas. Hamas and Islamic Jihad militants secure the area during a Red Cross-mediated hostage handover of Thai and Israeli captives in Khan Younis, southern Gaza Strip.

The Red Cross has declared a second-ever 'blood supply crisis' due to a critical shortage of type O positive blood, the most commonly transfused blood type, with less than a one-day supply remaining.

The Red Cross has declared a second-ever 'blood supply crisis' due to a severe shortage of type O positive blood, which is the most commonly transfused blood type. Healthcare providers are currently dealing with this critical shortage.

Hundreds of migrants attempted to swim toward Ceuta, Spain, where they were rescued by the Civil Guard, maritime Rescue Services, and the Red Cross. The interior minister described the situation as 'extraordinary' and 'exceptional'.

Hundreds of migrants, including adults and minors, are swimming from Morocco to the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, overwhelming border security and causing reception centers to collapse. Over 1,500 migrants have reached Ceuta by sea in recent days, with bodies spotted at sea, while authorities cite a recent court ruling prohibiting immediate pushbacks and potential diplomatic tensions as contributing factors.

A Circle K AI self-checkout user claims the machine incorrectly processed an $8.5 billion donation to the Red Cross. The shopper expressed frustration, stating they only intended to purchase a hot dog.

The Red Cross cancer hospital construction in Kakinada is nearing completion, as announced by the Collector. The project marks progress in healthcare infrastructure development.

The American Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis, prompting a blood drive in Altadena on August 3 organized by Pasadena Village, the Eaton Fire Collaborative, and the Red Cross. The event at the Collaboratory aims to collect donations from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with organizers seeking 25 donors to address the shortage.

The Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis. Hospitals are rationing some blood supplies due to the shortage.

The Red Cross has declared a national blood supply crisis, the second time in its history, due to a 25% drop in July and a four-year summer low in blood donations. Donor turnout has continued to decline.

An EF3 tornado caused severe damage in Menasha and Fox Crossing, blocking streets and downing power lines. Officials reported no fatalities but noted challenges in restoring services. Community organizations are distributing aid as emergency crews assess the damage.

Israel released 35 Palestinian detainees, who were delivered by the Red Cross to Nasser Medical Complex in Khan Younis, southern Gaza.

Firefighters in central Spain are battling a large wildfire that has burned over 32,000 hectares during a heatwave. Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez visited the affected area, emphasizing the need for a national pact to combat climate change, as the fire has led to the evacuation of 34 villages with no serious injuries reported.

Over a dozen Western embassies have criticized Israel's incarceration policies, citing 'systematic abuse' of Palestinians in prisons, and called for the reinstatement of Red Cross visits. They also expressed concern for a detained Gaza hospital chief who is a Hamas officer.

A major fire at Helix Apartments has displaced dozens of families and prompted a community response. The Red Cross has opened a shelter in St. Louis Park to assist those affected.

A fire at Helix Apartments in St. Louis Park displaced residents, with many losing all their belongings. Hem Autar and Jeremiah Hiessen described the devastation of losing personal items and possessions, while volunteers and the Red Cross provided emergency shelter and aid. The fire's cause remains under investigation.

The Red Cross collected blood donations at Lynnhaven Mall in Virginia Beach due to an emergency shortage. A Red Cross representative highlighted that summer months typically see a decline in donations, exacerbating the urgent need.

The Aspen Acres Fire has become Colorado's 7th largest wildfire by acreage, approaching 100,000 acres, with the Red Cross assessing damage. The fire is described as having erased previous landscapes in the affected area.

Ukraine repatriated 501 bodies claimed by Russia to be fallen Ukrainian soldiers. Identification efforts are underway, coordinated by state agencies and the Red Cross.

A 16-year-old girl named Alison died after a tree fell on her Huntersville home during storms, causing serious injuries. She was revived at the scene, hospitalized, and later suffered a stroke. The Red Cross is assisting her displaced family, and a GoFundMe account was created for them.

The Red Cross has declared an emergency blood shortage due to plummeting donations. Jenn Serra from the Red Cross discussed the urgent need for blood donors with FOX 2's Ronia Shamona.

Israel has expanded restrictions on Red Cross access to Palestinian prisoners despite a High Court ruling declaring the ban unlawful. New regulations limit visits to 30 minutes, restrict access to certain prisoners, and require pre-submission of visit lists, defying judicial orders to resume visits after a prior ban following the 2023 October attacks.

A house fire in northwest Charlotte, caused by burning incense in a planter, occurred just after midnight on Homestead Glen Boulevard. Firefighters controlled the blaze in over 20 minutes, resulting in $31,000 in damages and displacing residents, who are now seeking temporary housing with Red Cross assistance. No injuries were reported.

Two people were killed and 20 displaced after a fire in Orange, New Jersey, on Saturday. The incident occurred in the Park Place area, according to the Essex County Prosecutor and the Red Cross. The exact time of the fire remains unspecified.

A massive tree fell onto a home in Revolution Park, Charlotte, due to severe weather, leaving the residence unlivable. Three residents, including Maggie Black and her family, are safe, though one suffered minor injuries. The Red Cross is providing temporary housing while repairs are needed.

A mother and six children were displaced after an early-morning fire damaged a duplex in Nashville, Tennessee. The fire was contained to one room with no injuries reported, and the Red Cross is assisting the family. The cause is under investigation, with initial suspicion pointing to an electrical origin.

A suspected tornado struck Detroit Lakes, causing widespread damage, downing trees and power lines, and injuring two people. Law enforcement is managing access to affected areas, the Red Cross has opened an emergency shelter at M State College, and officials advise avoiding the Floyd Lake area during cleanup efforts.

A Tennessee family was displaced after a tree crashed through their Springfield home on July 4, causing extensive damage to the roof and interior. Utility crews cut power and natural gas as a precaution, and the Red Cross is assisting the family while they stay in a hotel. The cause of the tree fall remains unclear as no severe weather was reported.

Russia launched a massive attack on Kyiv, killing 21 people and damaging infrastructure, prompting Ukraine and Russia to vow further escalation. Ukrainian President Zelenskyy pledged retaliation and requested U.S. licenses to manufacture Patriot missiles, while the Kremlin emphasized increased pressure on Kyiv.

Russian armed forces struck a Red Cross humanitarian warehouse in Kyiv, destroying 320,000 relief items worth over HR 79 million ($1,764,719), including generators, defibrillators, and other emergency supplies. A delivery vehicle was also damaged in the strike, which occurred during a broader overnight assault that killed 20 people in the capital.