LADSON, SC (June 11, 2024) – The American Red Cross is responding after severe weather damaged dozens of homes in Berkeley County. An estimated 68 properties sustained some damage from the storm. Damage assessment teams were in affected areas today to begin assessing storm impacts. At least 21 residences were identified with major or destroyed status and assessment should be completed by the end of the week. Partners have been identified to support impacted homes with tree removal.

Anyone impacted by the storm with significant structural damage to their residence and needing assistance is encouraged to call 1-800 RED CROSS.

HOW TO HELP Help people affected by disasters and countless other crises by making a gift to American Red Cross Disaster Relief. Your gift enables the Red Cross to prepare for, respond to and help people recover from disasters big and small. People can donate by visiting redcross.org, calling 1-800-RED-CROSS, or texting the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation.

BECOME A VOLUNTEER To join us, visit redcross.org today to learn more about volunteer opportunities and how to submit a volunteer application.

DOWNLOAD EMERGENCY APP People can download the free Red Cross Emergency App now to be ready in case of a disaster in their community. They can use the app’s “I’m Safe” button to connect with their loved ones. The Emergency App can be found in the app store for someone’s mobile device by searching for “American Red Cross” or by going to redcross.org/apps.

About the American Red Cross
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies nearly half of the nation’s blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families.  The Red Cross is a charitable organization – not a government agency – and depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to perform its mission. For more information, please visit redcross.org/sc.