Those who would like to help people affected by disasters like tornadoes, floods and other crises can make a donation to American Red Cross Disaster Relief. People can donate by visiting www.redcross.org, calling 1-800-RED CROSS or texting the word REDCROSS to 90999 to make a $10 donation. These donations help provide food, shelter and emotional support to those affected by disasters.

People with type O negative blood are encouraged to give blood when they are able. All eligible blood donors can schedule an appointment to give in the days and weeks ahead by calling 1-800-RED CROSS or visiting www.redcrossblood.org to help ensure blood is available when people need it.

 Oklahoma Tornadoes - Disaster Assistance and How You Can Help

The following resources are available to people who were impacted by the Oklahoma tornadoes:

• Apply for disaster assistance at disasterassistance.gov or by calling 1-800-621-FEMA (3362).
• Find an open shelter if you need a place to stay.
• Let friends and family know you're safe by registering at the Safe and Well Registry.
• Talk to a counselor by calling the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990. It's free and confidential.

How to Help Disaster Victims

If you want to help the disaster victims, the State of Oklahoma has donation information available at OKStrong.

Prepare for Tornadoes

Tornadoes can strike at any time. Learn how to stay safe during tornado season and download the Red Cross tornado app for your mobile phone.

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NAFTC to offer FREE 8-Hour First Responder Safety Online Training for Electric Drive Vehicles

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Saluting Our American Heroes!

Oklahoma National Guard & Tinker AFB

 May 22, 2013

Nearly 250 members of the Oklahoma National Guard, as well as members of Tinker Air Force Base are assisting with victim search and security in Moore, Okla. The Soldiers and Airmen are using thermal imaging gear to help locate those buried in rubble and are providing radio communication support with ground and aircraft crews

Faces of Fire: Firefighter Shane Daughetee died in fire at home built with engineered wood

On January 26, 2007, Jim and Linda Daughetee experienced a parent's worst nightmare when their only son Shane, a 24-year-old volunteer firefighter, died at a home fire after falling through the floor which was supported by engineered wooden I-beams. Without warning, the floor collapsed sending him into the basement. Crews attempted to rescue him from the fully involved basement, but a subsequent collapse of the main floor ceased further rescue efforts. Lt. Elliot Mahaffey suffered burn injuries in his attempt to save him.

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