Katie Greenwood

she/her. Head of Delegation IFRC Pacific. For interviews @soneelram

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

So many wonderful people are doing so much to assist communities affected by the Californian wildfires. Hats off to @RedCross whose staff and volunteers continue to dedicate themselves to service despite being affected themselves. That's Red Cross- fast, effective and local.

[American Red Cross @RedCross]

Nearly 900 California wildfire evacuees woke up in Red Cross shelters Monday morning, many of whom are struggling after losing everything. Thankfully, more than 350 of our dedicated disaster responders and volunteers are on the ground, ensuring no one has to navigate this heartbreaking time alone. Together with our partners, we’re providing food, shelter, emotional support, and other essential services to those in need.

The threat isn’t over — fire weather conditions remain critical this week. Now is the time for people to remain vigilant, be prepared to evacuate and follow instructions from local officials. We want people to know that our shelters are a safe place for everyone. No ID is required, and you don’t have to stay overnight to receive help.

As Californians cope with the trauma and massive destruction of the wildfires, we want them to know that they're not alone. To everyone who has supported our relief efforts — whether through donations or by signing up to become a volunteer — thank you. Your compassion is making a difference.

[kate marshall @kateamarshall]

Brilliant experience accompanying @vanuaturedcross and partner agencies to distribute essentials on behalf of Vanuatu Society for People with Disability. Volunteers and staff all lent a hand to load trucks bound for Mele, where we met families affected by the recent earthquake.

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

The Cook Islands Met Service has just reported a downgrading of Tropical Cyclone Pita to a Tropical Low. Southern outer islands and Rarotonga still have strong wind and heavy swell warnings with a chance of inundation. Stay safe all. #tcpita #cookislands

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

I have just spoken to the Secretary Genral of Cook Islands Red Cross.
We are tracking TC Pita as its charting a course for Rarotonga.
The team will take advance action - helping vulnerable households. Their training hall is a purpose built evacuation centre if required. #tcpita

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

Thanks to partners like @ECHO_Asia, @vanuaturedcross is able to be fast, effective and consistent in their ongoing response to community need after the devastating Earquake in Vanuatu on December 17. This support is much appreciated.

[EU Humanitarian Aid | Asia-Pacific 🇪🇺 @ECHO_Asia]

A powerful earthquake affected 40% of Vanuatu’s population last month. This is how the EU helped:

✅EUR 600,000 humanitarian aid
✅emergency satellite mapping
✅environmental expertise from 🇩🇪
✅water purification stations, tool kits, solar lamps from 🇫🇷

#EUsolidarity

[Kate Forbes @KateForbes_IFRC]

Wildfires & winter storms across the US are stark reminders to prevent & prepare for emergencies. Make a plan. Write down important phone numbers and medications. Download emergency apps and set up alerts. Listen to fire and law enforcement authorities. Be aware.

[Fiji Red Cross Society @FijiRedCross]

WATCH NOW | Floods create mosquito breeding grounds, raising the risk of Dengue Fever. 🦟
Every action counts!
Share these tips with your loved ones!

#DenguePrevention #FloodSafety #StaySafeFiji

@FijiNDRMO @FijiGovernment @RedCrossAU @IFRCAsiaPacific @MRMDFiji

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

Amazing work from @vanuaturedcross and the Restoring Family Links team providing support for families displaced by landslides and reporting missing loved ones.

For those seeking assistance
RFL Helpline:
☎️[phone] / [phone]
📩email: [email protected].

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

The journey to deliver relief to far-flung, so called "last mile" villages is never easy. Rain drenched roads turn into swamps, and every step is a challenge. Even so, the @vanuaturedcross team pushes on. As much as delivering relief, they deliver hope and the knowledge we care.

[Fiji Red Cross Society @FijiRedCross]

Taking a little time to prepare an emergency kit can make all the difference when disaster strikes.
Think water, first aid supplies & other essentials your family might need.
Check out our simple guide to putting together your own kit: https://t.co/ZZ72gVFp4j
#staysafefiji

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

Please take care Fiji- especially heed the warnings of authorities not to drive in flood water or attempt water crossings.

[Fiji Red Cross Society @FijiRedCross]

#warning | We're not out of the woods yet, so please take the necessary precautions🌨️💨☔️🇫🇯,

[Jean-Baptiste Jeangène Vilmer @jeangene_vilmer]

🇫🇷🇻🇺 #Earthquake Reconnaissance flight to analyze landslides that could, if it rains, cause flooding.

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

As @vanuaturedcross assess community needs and distribute vital resources such as water, hygiene kits and equipment to fix dwellings, they are also seeing a lot of fear and trauma. Teams refresh psychological first aid skills before the day begins so they can listen and assist.

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

Five members of our @IFRCAsiaPacific team have arrived in Port Vila and are supporting the @vanuaturedcross and local authorities with the Earthquake response.

Our Disaster Mgmt leaders are accompanied by technical staff on providing Shelter, Water, Health and Logistics.

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

Thanks to all our partners who help @ifrc and our Pacific Red Cross Societies to pre position emergency relief items for moments like these in Vanuatu. Recently, @USAIDSavesLives propositioned items which are being distributed today to community members in need.

[Vanuatu Red Cross Society @vanuaturedcross]

Red Cross volunteers are on the ground delivering relief items to affected communities in Port Vila.

Relief items such as kitchen sets include cooking pots and utensils to help families prepare meals, and tarpaulins to provide temporary shelter.

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

@David_A_Fisher @vanuaturedcross We are thinking of you all as well David. Hands across the oceans and mountains between us all.

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

Such great work by @vanuaturedcross in challenging circumstances. @ifrc have 4 surge staff from our Pacific office arriving today in Port Vila to assist and our great partners @NZRedCross have an IT and telecommunications Emergency Response Unit that just hit the ground.

[Vanuatu Red Cross Society @vanuaturedcross]

🎥 Our trained Red Cross volunteers are working tirelessly this weekend to assist those affected by the recent devastating earthquake.

Teams are loading relief items that will be distributed to affected families in Port Vila.

[Vanuatu Red Cross Society @vanuaturedcross]

Concerned families from overseas got in touch with us through our RFL helpline, wanting to establish contact with their loved ones in Port Vila.

We were able to locate individuals and have them call their families to let them know that they are safe.

Thank you ICRC and IFRC.

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

@vanuaturedcross teams have been out in communities today to provide support and hear more about immediate needs in the aftermath of Tuesday's earthquake. Trucking water, providing first aid, providing for emergency shelter needs. Making sure the most vulnerable are prioritised.

[Katie Greenwood @KatiegIFRC]

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