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Tuesday, March 05, 2013  February 27, 2013 marked the two year anniversary of the beginning of the worst wildfire season in the state's history. It was during this devastating fire season that thousands of Texas residents lost their homes to fires.

Monday, March 04, 2013  The American Red Cross has developed a series of applications for iPhones and androids. Their new app warns users of severe weather such as a tornado outbreak. It also shows how to prepare for a tornado and how to notify loved ones if caught in severe weather.

Monday, February 25, 2013  Road closures have forced many traveling to take shelter as they wait for the roads to clear up.

Thursday, December 20, 2012  Combustible materials too close to a space heater caused a fire that damaged an Amarillo home Wednesday evening, according to the Amarillo Fire Department.

Tuesday, July 31, 2012  The American Red Cross recently hit a 15-year low for blood supply. Not only was that scary news for the Red Cross, but any national shortage could also mean bad news for our local blood center as well.

Friday, March 18, 2011  There's been questions coming into our newsroom on how that money is being used. Pronews 7 talks with the local red cross chapter.

Friday, March 04, 2011  The widespread devastation from Sunday's grassfires is a quick reminder how much the Texas Panhandle of the American Red Cross helps our community when disasters strike.

Monday, November 29, 2010  One organization is asking for your help this holiday season, and in turn you could save the day for someone in need.

Friday, March 19, 2010  Servpro of West Amarillo has teamed with the Texas Panhandle Chapter of the American Red Cross in their Heroes Campaign.