We've been busy in the Waterloo area helping residents that are cleaning up after flash flooding on Wed., July 7. The Red Cross has given out hundreds of clean up kits from the Hawkeye Chapter office at 2530 University Ave., Waterloo.

Our Emergency Response Vehicles (ERVs) from the Hawkeye Chapter and Grant Wood Area Chapter have also been out in flooded neighborhoods offering clean up kits, food and bottled water to those cleaning up.

For assistance call the Hawkeye Chapter at 319-234-6831.

Preparing for Flood Danger in Wilderness

Preparing for Flood Danger in Wilderness - Please read this post by the American Red Cross about Flash Flooding and preparing for the elements when you are camping or out in remote locations. Have a safe and fun summer!

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Thankful there was such a positive outcome. This is an example of why we strive to have at least one person in each household trained in CPR/AED and First Aid.

And it is CPR/AED week! Sign up for a class today! We even have online training - take the book portion online at your leisure, then come in to practice your skills.

Babysitter's Training

Enroll your 10-15 year old in Babysitter's Training this summer at www.grantwood-redcross.org! Courses available in Waterloo, Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, North Liberty and more.

One-day, two-day and weeklong camps are available. These programs provide youth with the knowledge and confidence to care for infants, toddlers and elementary age children.

Want to hold a class in your community? Contact the Health and Safety Department at 319-393-3500.

Aquatic Safety PSA

Sign your children up for summer swimming lessons at your local pool. The skills they learn are priceless!

With Memorial Day quickly approaching, warmer temperatures aren't far behind. We encourage you to learn about a variety of classes and trainings through the American Red Cross to ensure you have a safe summer.





Enroll your kids in swimming lessons at your local pool.


Sign up for a CPR and First Aid class at http://www.grantwood-redcross.org/.


Register your 10-15 year old in Babysitter's Training through the Red Cross.


Prepare your family for severe weather and practice your plan.


Purchase a first aid kit for home and your car.

Two Great Nights!

We've been busy the last few weeks with two great fundraising events in Eastern Iowa. PROPS to the Red Cross benefiting the Hawkeye Chapter and BIG B*A*S*H at the Grant Wood Area Chapter. These events raised funds to help prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies!