Red Cross Helps 3 After Faribault Fire Destroys Home

"Following devastating home fires, our volunteers meet with those affected, making sure they have a safe, warm place to stay, seasonal clothing, food, emotional support and help with long-term recovery planning," said Melanie Tschida, executive director of the American Red Cross serving Southeast Minnesota.

The number of home fires in Minnesota increases during winter. Fire safety tips, as well as other resources, are available on the free Red Cross First Aid App.

To become a Red Cross volunteer in your community, visit redcross.org/mn. Contributions may be sent to the American Red Cross serving Southeast Minnesota, 310 14th St. S.E., Rochester, MN 55904. The Minnesota Region serves 5.2 million people across Minnesota and part of western Wisconsin with offices in Duluth, Mankato, Minneapolis, Rochester and St. Cloud.