Please help us spread the information on how you can help the recovery efforts in Oklahoma.
In light of the devastating tornadoes that have affected Oklahoma and
the surrounding area, the American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM)
would like to send our thoughts and prayers to everyone who has
suffered losses in the wake of this storm.
AAEM President, William Durkin, MD MBA FAAEM, notes that “We applaud
the work of the dedicated first responders, emergency personnel, and
volunteers who are still working to rescue and treat victims of the
storm. Rescuers will be facing long hours and dangerous conditions as
the efforts continue, and we would like to express our solidarity with
these brave individuals.”
AAEM has pledged a donation to the American Red Cross to help in the recovery efforts.
How to Help
People who wish to make a donation have several options to do so.
You can support American Red Cross Disaster Relief, which helps
provide food, shelter and emotional support to those affected by
disasters like the recent tornadoes in Oklahoma and Texas as well as
disasters big and small throughout the United States by visiting
redcross.org, dialing 1-800-REDCROSS, or texting “REDCROSS” to 90999 to make a $10 donation.
People in Oklahoma near the tornado area are encouraged to connect
with one another and let loved ones know that they are safe. This can be
done through the “I’m Safe” feature on the free Red Cross tornado app.
In addition, if you have access to a computer, go to
redcross.org/safeandwell to list yourself as safe. If not, you can text loved ones or call a family member and ask them to register you on the site.
The Salvation Army is also currently mobilizing disaster response
units to serve hard-hit areas in Central Oklahoma, including Moore and
South Oklahoma City. The Salvation Army is welcoming cash donations that
will help provide food, water, ice, and other necessities in the
initial response.
The Salvation Army is also providing emotional and
spiritual comfort to those affected.
Donors are encouraged to give online at
www.SalvationArmyUSA.org
or by calling 1-800-SAL-ARMY (1-800-725-2769). You can also text the
word “STORM” to 80888 to make a $10 donation through your mobile phone;
to confirm your gift, respond with the word “Yes.”
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The American Academy of Emergency Medicine (AAEM)
is the specialty society in emergency medicine today. As an
organization, AAEM believes achievement of board certification
represents the only acceptable method of attaining recognition as a
specialist in emergency medicine.
Please help us spread the information on how you can help the recovery efforts in Oklahoma.
