Disaster responders with the local chapter of the American Red Cross responded to a home fire disaster on Wednesday November 14, 2018 at approximately 2340 hours in the 8600 block of SW Abalone  Street in South Beach, Or.

The Red Cross provided resources to help address the immediate basic needs of those affected such as temporary gousinf, food, clothing, comfort kits which include toiletry items, information about recovery services health and mental health resources as needed. Additional information about this incident if available , may be provided from the local first responders/fire department. 

The Red Cross in Oregon and SW Washington (the Cascades Region) helps an average of three families affected by disasters like home fires, every 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 application form at www.redcross.org/GetAnAlarm to schedule an appointment.