Local Red Cross Chapter Responds to Help House Fire Victims in Portville and Brotcon, NY

The Southwestern NY American Red Cross Disaster Action Team (DAT) responded to provide disaster relief following a house fires on April 26^th in Portville and Brocton.

DAT volunteers Mike Johnson of Salamanca and Marion Boyce of Allegany was on scene to provide the initial disaster assistance in Portville and Charlie Meeder provided assistance in Brocton. Temporary housing, clothing, and meals are services typically offered to address emergency needs of the family. The local Red Cross chapter will continue working with the families and their recovery process if additional services or referrals are necessary.

All disaster assistance offered by the American Red Cross is complimentary and made possible by generous contributions from the American people and residents of Cattaraugus and Chautauqua Counties. The United Way organizations of Cattaraugus and Chautauqua Counties also provide financial support to the local Red Cross mission.