HEALY, AK July 02, 2024— The American Red Cross of Alaska is assisting in the operation of a shelter and evacuation center after The Riley Fire displaced hundreds near Denali National Park. At the request of the Denali Borough, the Red Cross began managing a shelter at Tri-Valley High staring today at 2:00 p.m. The shelter is currently open and available to individuals and families who need assistance. Red Cross is working closely with emergency management and government officials in the impacted areas.

The shelter is currently open at the following locations:

Tri-valley High School
400 Suntrana Rd
Healy, AK 99743

Individuals evacuating to a Red Cross shelter should bring essential items for each member of their family, including:
 

• Prescription and emergency medications 
• Foods that meet special dietary requirements 
• Extra clothing, pillows, blankets, hygiene supplies and other comfort items 
• Chargers for any electronic devices 
• Books, games and other forms of entertainment

The Red Cross wants community members to be mindful of additional wildfire activity and to monitor current evacuation notices.

WILDFIRE SAFTY TIPS

BE PREPARED TO EVACUATE AT A MOMENT’S NOTICE and obey all evacuation orders from officials. Follow these steps (if time allows):
 

• Shut all windows and doors. Remove flammable window shades, curtains and close metal shutters.
• Move flammable furniture to the center of the room, away from windows and doors.
• Shut off gas at the meter; turn off pilot lights. Shut off the air conditioning.
• Gather up flammable items from the exterior of the house and bring them inside (patio furniture, toys, trash cans).
• Turn off propane tanks. Move propane BBQ appliances away from structures.
• Don’t leave sprinklers on or water running, they can affect critical water pressure.
• Back your loaded car into the driveway and keep all doors and windows closed.
• Ensure your emergency supplies kit is in your vehicle.
• Locate your pets and take them with you.

All Red Cross assistance is provided free of charge and made possible by the generosity of the public. To donate to Red Cross Disaster Relief and help people affected by disasters big and small, visit www.redcross.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS. To become a Red Cross volunteer visit www.redcross.org/volunteer.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org or CruzRojaAmericana.org, or follow us on social media.