The Red Cross is seeking additional help during a severe wildfire seasonDevastating wildfires continue to burn throughout North Texas, threatening communities, destroying property and upending lives. Due to the ongoing threat from wildfires, the American Red Cross North Texas Region is asking for capable individuals to become Red Cross volunteers and take part in future relief efforts.Since March 01, 2022, the Red Cross responded to 160 wildfires in greater North Texas. Red Crossers provided immediate and long-term aid, opened and staffed shelters and set up canteen services for firefighters. Disaster Action Team, Disaster Recovery Casework, Mass Care Team and Shelter Services volunteers are on the frontlines of recovery response, and they are especially needed now. Visit redcross.org/volunteer and sign up today.Disaster Action Team volunteers meet the disaster-caused needs of individuals and households, such as lodging and clothing, and connecting them with long term recovery services. Disaster Recovery Caseworkers provide follow-up and recovery planning services, including referrals, for individuals and households following disasters.Mass Care Team members meet the emergency needs of individuals and communities affected by large scale disasters. Shelter volunteers support the day-to-day activities within a shelter, which may include working in reception, registration, feeding, dormitory, information or other vital areas.The Red Cross wouldn’t be able to fulfill its humanitarian mission without dedicated volunteers. Volunteers make up 90 percent of the Red Cross workforce and are essential to disaster response efforts. The Red Cross has volunteer opportunities for everyone. Find out more about making a real difference in people’s lives by visiting redcross.org/northtexas.