Get into the spirit of helping save lives this fall. Come to give blood with the Red Cross Oct. 19-Nov. 22 and receive a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email plus 200 bonus points toward exclusive Blood Donor Rewards. Book your time: rcblood.org/4zwr5Qa (T&C)

Make Halloween fun and safe for everyone! 🍬 Whether you’re trick-or-treating with little ones or heading out with friends, keep these safety tips in mind: 👻 Stick together: Walk in groups and make sure younger children have adult supervision. 💡 Be visible: Carry flashlights or glow sticks to help drivers see you. 🚗 Watch for traffic: Stay alert and avoid distractions near roads. 🧡 Cross safely: Use crosswalks and corners, and look both ways before crossing. A little preparation can help make Halloween a treat for everyone! 🕸️ #HalloweenSafety #PrepareWithRedCross #AmericanRedCross

🧣❄️ Winter weather can be especially dangerous for older adults. ❤️ This season, take a moment to check in on loved ones and neighbors and help them stay warm and safe. 🏠 Keep indoor temperatures at 68°F or warmer. 🧤 Dress in warm layers, even indoors. 🚪 Close off unused rooms to help conserve heat. A little care can go a long way in protecting our communities from the cold. Share these tips with someone who needs them! 💙 Find more winter safety tips: rdcrss.org/3mM3i8x #WinterSafety #ColdWeatherSafety #PrepareWithRedCross #AmericanRedCross

🐶❤️ It’s National Make a Dog’s Day! How are you celebrating your four-legged best friend? Extra treats? A trip to the park? An adventure together? 🦴🐾 Here’s one more way to show your pup some love: learn how to care for them in an emergency! The Red Cross Pet First Aid online course teaches you how to check your pet’s vital signs, provide preventative care and more. 🩺 🐾 Sign up for a Pet First Aid course today at RedCross.org/PetfirstAid #NationalMakeADogsDay #PetSafety #PetFirstAid #PrepareWithRedCross

🤧 Flu season is here! Now is a good time to take simple steps to help protect yourself and others. 🧼 Wash your hands often. 😷 Stay home when you’re sick. 💧 Cover coughs and sneezes. ❤️ Take care of yourself and get plenty of rest. Learn more at RedCross.org/Flu

🏠 When was the last time you checked your home’s safety checklist? 👀 A little preparation goes a long way! Take a few minutes to make sure your household is ready for an emergency. ❤️ 🔔 Test your smoke alarms monthly. 🎒 Check your emergency kit and restock any missing supplies. 📞 Make sure your family contact information is up to date. ✅ Check these off your list today and take one more step toward a safer home! Find more home safety tips at RedCross.org/Prepare #PrepareWithRedCross #HomeSafety #EmergencyPreparedness #AmericanRedCross

🍳🔥 Cooking Safety: Keep Fire Off the Menu! Cooking is the leading cause of home fires. Stay alert in the kitchen and follow these simple tips to help keep your home safe: 🔥 Never leave cooking food unattended. 🧯 Keep flammable items, like towels and paper, away from the stove. 🚫 Turn pot handles inward to prevent spills and burns. A few simple precautions can help prevent kitchen fires and keep your loved ones safe! ❤️Find more cooking safety tips at rdcrss.org/2R3nxEy #CookingSafety #FireSafety #HomeFireCampaign #AmericanRedCross

🤘 We’re kicking off another week of Metallica’s residency at Sphere in Las Vegas, and the #MetallicaFamily is continuing to show up and give back! 🩸 Meet Juan, visiting from Mexico and making a lifesaving impact by donating blood at the Red Cross x Metallica Blood Donation Experience, sponsored by Delta Air Lines. ❤️ Come give at Fashion Show Las Vegas on the Las Vegas Strip and receive a limited-edition Red Cross x Metallica T-shirt, while supplies last. You’ll also have the opportunity to enter the Metallica Drum Kit Giveaway! 🥁🔗 RedCrossBlood.org/Metallica #MetallicaFamily #BleedingMe #LifeBurnsFaster #MetallicaGivesBack #AmericanRedCross

🪣 🧹 Thank you to our partners at The Home Depot for donating 80 cleanup kits to the American Red Cross! ❤️ Following the fires in the Reno area, Home Depot worked with the Red Cross on this important project. These kits will help us prepare to support communities impacted by potential flooding and other disasters. #AmericanRedCross #CommunityPreparedness #DisasterResponse #HomeDepot

Today's home heating safety tip: clear the area around your fireplace! 🔥 With temperatures dropping, it's almost time to get cozy by the fire with your loved ones. If you're roasting chestnuts on an open fire, make sure that potential fuel for a home fire (think curtains, rugs, and decorations) is at least 3 feet away. Keep the holiday season happy and safe, and enjoy the warmth responsibly! Learn more about home heating and holiday safety SoundtheAlarm.org/Nevada

❄️🚗 Winter is coming, let's make sure your car is ready! Before the weather gets colder, put together an emergency kit for your vehicle. Include essentials like blankets, warm clothing, water, snacks, a flashlight, first-aid supplies and an emergency charger. 🧰 A little preparation now can make a big difference if you get stuck or stranded. Build your winter car emergency kit today! ❤️

❤️ Last night, we celebrated the incredible volunteers who make our work possible across Northern Nevada! Over 40 Red Cross volunteers and staff came together for an evening of good food, raffle prizes, great company and a look back at our recent wildfire response. We’re so grateful for the time, compassion and dedication our volunteers bring to serving their communities. Thank you for all you do! ❤️ #RedCross #VolunteerAppreciation #VolunteersMakeADifference #NorthernNevada

🤘 Metallica fans are showing up and giving back! 🩸❤️ Meet Satu Toivonen, a regular blood donor from Finland, and Karen Doria from Revere, Massachusetts, who is making blood donation a priority again after 25 years. They’re part of the #MetallicaFamily turning their love of music into a lifesaving impact at the Red Cross x Metallica Blood Donation Experience, sponsored by Delta Air Lines. Ready to join the movement? Come donate and receive a limited-edition Red Cross x Metallica T-shirt, while supplies last, and enter the Metallica Drum Kit Giveaway! 🎸🥁 📍 Fashion Show Las Vegas on the Las Vegas Strip 🔗 RedCrossBlood.org/Metallica #MetallicaFamily #BleedingMe #LifeBurnsFaster #MetallicaGivesBack #AmericanRedCross

🍬🎃 We’re collecting candy for a sweet cause! Our Northern Nevada office is hosting a candy drive through Oct. 30 to support two community events on Halloween: the Nevada Day Parade and the Salvation Army’s Trunk or Treat. Every donation helps make these events a little sweeter! ❤️ #AmericanRedCross #NorthernNevada #CommunitySupport #CandyDrive

🌎🫨 It’s Great ShakeOut Day! Millions of people around the world are practicing earthquake safety and learning how to stay safe when the ground starts shaking. The American Red Cross encourages you to practice these important steps: 💥 Drop, Cover and Hold On: Drop to your hands and knees, take cover under a sturdy desk or table, and hold on until the shaking stops. 💥 Protect your head and torso: If no sturdy shelter is nearby, drop to the floor and cover your head and neck with your arms. If you’re in bed, stay there and protect your head with a pillow. 📱 Download the Red Cross Emergency app for local alerts, emergency preparedness information and first aid guidance at RedCross.org/App #GreatShakeOut #EarthquakeSafety #PrepareWithRedCross #EmergencyPreparedness

🩸 This National Face Your Fears Day, consider doing something brave that could save a life: donating blood! Nervous around needles? You’re not alone. Our trained staff are here to support you every step of the way. Your donation can make a lifesaving difference for patients in need. ❤️ Ready to face your fears and help save lives? Learn more about donating blood at RedCrossBlood.org! #FaceYourFearsDay #GiveBlood #AmericanRedCross #DonateBlood

🌎 Today is International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction! Disasters can happen anywhere, but taking steps to prepare can help protect you, your loved ones and your community. ❤️ 🧰 Build an emergency kit. 📱 Download the Red Cross Emergency app. 🏠 Make a plan and practice it with your household. 🐶 Don’t forget to include your pets! Preparedness starts before disaster strikes. Take a few minutes today to get ready. ➡️ RedCross.org/Prepare

Communities across the Gulf Coast are beginning the long recovery from Hurricane Isaias, with widespread power outages, flooding and storm damage leaving many families facing difficult days ahead. More than 460 American Red Cross disaster responders are helping communities affected by the storm. Red Cross teams are assessing damage, delivering emergency supplies and preparing to provide meals and drinking water where they are needed most. Here’s how you can help from Nevada ❤️ Donate to support disaster relief: redcross.org/Donate 🩸 Give blood to help maintain the nation's blood supply: redcross.org/GiveBlood ⛑️ Volunteer to help communities prepare for and recover from disasters: redcross.org/Volunteer Recovery takes time, and the Red Cross will continue helping families as they begin to rebuild their lives.

Are you prepared for cold weather disasters? Here in Nevada, winter storms are one of our most common disasters. You can prepare for extreme winter weather by getting an emergency car kit together! Be sure to include the following: 🧊 Extra food and water 🧊 A sleeping bag or blankets 🧊 A fully stocked first aid kit Don't get caught out in the cold. Learn more about winter storm safety: rdcrss.org/3mM3i8x

When the Hawk Fire forced thousands of Northern Nevada residents to evacuate, Red Cross volunteer Susie Askew was among those who answered the call. She spent about 10 days supporting the response, managing a shelter and helping families to cleaning cots and restocking supplies. For Susie, volunteering is about providing care, comfort and compassion when people need it most. Her story is a powerful reminder of the difference one volunteer can make during a disaster. Read Susie’s story and learn more about her experience responding to the Hawk Fire. ❤️👉 rdcrss.org/4ehxR3j #HawkFire #RedCross #DisasterResponse #Volunteers