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The Hill Country Podcast: Richard McAlister on The American Red Cross and Hurricane Beryl

Welcome to award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth. In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas.

This week, Richard McAlister from the American Red Cross will talk about the organization’s response to Hurricane Beryl and its ongoing efforts for disaster relief.

Hurricane Beryl significantly damaged Galveston’s electrical infrastructure, leaving approximately 2.3 million people without power. The Red Cross has opened 10 shelters in the Texas Gulf Coast region, providing over 2,100 bed spaces to assist those affected by the hurricane.

These shelters offer climate-controlled environments, essential services such as food, hydration, and medical care to prevent heat-related illnesses, which could exceed the hurricane’s fatality rate. The Red Cross is committed to supporting the affected community for as long as necessary.

Key Highlights:

Hurricane Beryl’s Devastation
Red Cross Shelters and Services
How to Find a Shelter
Health and Safety in Shelters
Long-term Support and Commitment

Resources:

AmericanRedCross.org

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The Hill Country Podcast: The Red Cross in The Hill Country, Preparing for Disasters and Being There in an Emergency

Welcome to the award-winning The Hill Country Podcast. The Texas Hill Country is one of the most beautiful places on earth.

In this podcast, Hill Country resident Tom Fox visits with the people and organizations that make this the most unique area of Texas. This week, Tom visits with Debbie Zabica, Executive Director of the American Red Cross, Hill Country chapter.

Debbie Zabica is the accomplished Executive Director of the Hill Country chapter of the American Red Cross, possessing an extensive background in nonprofit work and disaster preparedness initiatives. Zabica’s perspective on American Red Cross disaster preparedness is strongly influenced by her dedication to educating and preparing communities, especially within the Hill Country region, for potential disasters such as home fires.

Her emphasis lies in ensuring individuals are equipped with essential supplies and knowledge to handle emergencies, be it during winter storms or extreme heat in the summer. She underscores the Red Cross’s critical role in providing immediate assistance and support to communities post-disaster, which includes setting up shelters and offering health services. Drawing from her experiences leading a team of volunteers across 19 counties, Zabica’s perspective highlights the importance of being proactive in disaster readiness and the Red Cross’s commitment to aid and support individuals in times of crisis.

Debbie also discusses the chapter fundraiser, Corks for Compassion, which will be held on Thursday, March 21st, at 6:00 p.m. at Richter Tavern, 153 South Main Street, Boerne, TX 78006.