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How the Red Cross Responds After a Tornado
Tornadoes strike quickly, leaving communities around the country devastated in their wake. In the aftermath of a severe storm or tornado, the American Red Cross provides many relief services, including:
Shelter and feed residents
Distribute clean-up supplies such as shovels, rakes, tarps, and work gloves
Conduct damage assessment of homes impacted by storms
Provide mental health support, including counseling for families impacted by storms and tips on self-care and how to cope with the aftermath
Connect loved ones separated after a storm via services like Safe and Well