Video: Red Cross Prepares for Record Flood

As the Mississippi River crests at record levels in Memphis, Tenn., the Red Cross is in ready to open as many shelters as necessary to take care of evacuees.

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UPDATE: Tropical Storm Hermine Brings Severe Weather to North Texas

Yesterday turned into quite the eventful day. Our area experienced pockets of widespread flooding, strong wind and tornado strikes.

Here is an update on the Red Cross response:

The following shelters remain open:

Rush Creek Christian Church
2401 SW Green Oaks Blvd
Arlington
Last night, 7 people spent the night.

Kidd Springs Recreation Center
711 W Canty St.
Dallas
At this time, there are no residents.

This morning teams of Red Cross Damage Assessment workers will head into affected neighborhoods to survey for residential damage in Seagoville, Irving, Grand Prairie, Dallas and Arlington.

How can you help?

If you are aware of any damage in your area, please call 214-678-4800 and let us know.

Make a financial gift to the Red Cross by texting REDCROSS to 9-0-9-9-9 to make a $10 donation or visit RedCross.org.

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Red Cross Shelters Opening

As heavy rain continues to fall across North Texas, several communities are beginning to experience some flooding. The Red Cross is opening shelters at the following locations:

Bowles Life Center
2750 Graham Street
Grand Prairie, TX
Opens at 2:30 p.m.

Rush Creek Christian Church
2401 SW Green Oaks Blvd.
Arlington, TX

If you are in need of a place to go, please visit the shelter nearest you.

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15 Minutes that Tell the Story

When Hurricane Katrina slammed ashore five years ago, four independent filmmakers from Los Angeles imbedded themselves with the American Red Cross. What they experienced from the front lines isn't recorded anywhere else. They captured the raw despair, and the glimmers of hope as residents in New Orleans and Mississippi tried to deal with the unthinkable. Throughout their experience, there was the Red Cross doing what the Red Cross does every day. Helping others deal with tragedy. Take 15 minutes and view this amazing piece of film. **Rated-R for language**http://www.twenty2films.com/PJsStories/KatrinaDocumentary/KatrinaDocumentary.html

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Is It Time To Wrap Up?

Well, we're not closing shop just yet but we are starting to scale things back. The shelter at Bachman Recreation Center has closed.

One shelter remains open to assist storm victims: Jaycee Zaragoza Recreation Center at 3114 Clymer in Dallas. Last night, seven people spent the night there. We don't expect a population tonight, but we will be ready if we are needed!

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Red Cross Opens Shelter For Flooding Victims

The City of Dallas has requested that the Red Cross open a shelter/evacuation site for individuals affected by flooding. The shelter will be at the Jaycee Zaragoza Recreation Center, 3114 Clymer, Dallas, TX 75212.

A team of volunteers has gathered the necessary supplies and is heading to the location. We should be on the ground and operating by 2:00p.m.

Before heading out to help prepare the shelter, Will Williams, volunteer, gets a quick update from Anita Foster, public information officer.

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