Red Cross Volunteers Assist at Home Fire
  

Volunteers from the Oregon Trail Chapter of the American Red Cross responded to a residential fire in the 6000 block of SE 122nd Ave at about 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 3. The fire, which caused moderate physical and extensive smoke damage to the private residence, displaced four adults, four grown dogs, four puppies and numerous pet birds.

The fire was responded to by units of the Portland Fire Bureau and was quickly brought under control.

Red Cross volunteers assisted the displaced residents by providing assistance with food, clothing and temporary lodging. Red Cross client services caseworkers will continue to provide assistance in the days ahead, providing additional aid as needed.

The American Red Cross is a humanitarian organization, led by volunteers, that provides relief to victims of disaster and helps people prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies. Local Oregon Trail Chapter volunteers respond to residential fires and other disasters an average of every 40 hours. All Red Cross disaster assistance is free, made possible by voluntary donations of time and money from Oregonians. Financial gifts help provide shelter, food, clothing, counseling and other immediate assistance to those in need. Call (503) 284-1234 or visit www.redcross-pdx.org.