The American Red Cross has been mobilizing resources in preparation for when Francine makes landfall along the Gulf states Wednesday evening.
Stephanie Fox, American Red Cross Spokesperson, spoke to AccuWeather from Baton Rouge and said their biggest concern is that people take the storm seriously.
“Whether it’s considered a tropical storm, a Cat 1, a Cat 2, the hazards are going to be the same and they’re going to be significant depending on where you are in the impact area.”
As soon as the storm passes and it’s safe to go outside, Fox said teams will be out assessing damage, providing shelter and meals, and coordinating with local officials to determine the hardest-hit areas and where their help is needed most.
Residents can find their nearest evacuation shelter by downloading the free Red Cross Emergency App or visiting redcross.org/shelter.
Click here for everything you need to know about evacuations, shelters, and closures as Hurricane Francine moves in for landfall.
