Ranson and Charles Town Residents Urged to Join Red Cross Efforts
'A big ask': Local Red Cross in dire need of disaster-response volunteers
The Winchester Star | Thursday, July 24, 2025
The American Red Cross is urgently seeking disaster-response volunteers as natural disasters become more frequent and severe, impacting communities including Ranson and Charles Town. Deborah Fleming, executive director of the Greater Shenandoah Valley Chapter, emphasizes the need for 300 local volunteers over the next five years to meet escalating demands for assistance. With the ongoing recovery efforts from storms and wildfires, community members are encouraged to step up and join the cause, as many volunteers are needed to support both local and national disaster efforts. This push comes amid a notable increase in disasters, including those recently affecting nearby areas.
