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Americans across the country are reacting with shock to the devastation caused by a 2-mile-wide tornado in Oklahoma. Dozens have died, and President Obama has declared the path of the tornado a major disaster area. If you would like to help, you can do so from your computer or mobile device right now. Patch will be posting stories of locals who are working to help victims from afar. If you know of someone local was affected by the tornado or who is working to help the victims, please contact your local editor.
Have a safe and fun Memorial Day Weekend!
Memorial Day weekend is here and as we all remember the sacrifices that our military men and women and their families have made, many may be taking to the highway for a quick vacation, breaking out the grill for some outdoor cooking, or taking that first dip in the pool. The American Red Cross offers some safety tips to help everyone have a great weekend. Memorial Day weekend is the unofficial start of summer, and here are some tips to staying safe this holiday. Drive Safe With many people traveling over the holiday weekend, it’s more important than ever to drive safely. People should be well rested and alert, use their seat belts, observe speed limits and follow the rules of the road. If anyone plans on drinking alcohol, they should …
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11:45 am on Wednesday, May 22, 2013
Research your genorosity. Know your donations are going to be utilized 100% to that particular disaster and not spent to support administrative costs and squirreled away for out of country disasters. Charity begins at home! more ›