Disaster responders with the Anericn Red Cross responded to a home fire disaster on Friday October 19, 2018 at approximately 16:30 hours in the 40,000 block of Se Latino Lane in Sandy, Oregon.

The Single-Family Fire affected 2-adults and 1-pet. The Red Cross provided resources to help address immediate basic needs of those affected such as temporary housing, food, clothing, comfort kits including toiletry items.  Additionally, The Red Cross provided information about recovery services, medical and mental help resources as needed. 

Additional information about this incident, if available may be obtained from the local first responding agency/fire department.

The Red Cross in Oregon and SW Washington (the Cascades Region) helps an average of three families affected by disasters like a home fire each day. The Red Cross advocates emergency preparedness and offers the installation of free smoke alarms in our community. Residents may call (503)528-5783 or complete an online form at : www.redcross.org/GetAnAlarm to schedule an appointment.