Volunteer: Want to help during a disaster? Join our local Disaster Action Team - Wichita Falls area

The American Red Cross responds to a disaster every 8 minutes. The majority of these disaster responses are home fires or other local emergencies to which Disaster Action Team volunteers respond. Local teams are ready when the need arises as they are the first line to provide care, comfort and compassion. Help the Red Cross respond in your community as a Disaster Action Team member.

Watch this YouTube video for a glimpse into the life of an American Red Cross Disaster Action Team member. Learn more at: http://www.redcross.org/dat

Opportunity Description:

As a Disaster Action Team (DAT) Member, you will:

• Providing timely response to disasters and assist those affected.

• Choose your own "on-call" hours as it fits your schedule. Most DAT volunteers respond to two disasters per month.
• Serve and respond with a team of at least two or more.
• Be ready to respond through free Red Cross training and team support.
• Meet new people in your community as you serve the immediate needs of others in times of disaster.

Apply today!