The American Red Cross launched the Team Red Cross App, the seventh in the series, July 18. Using this free iPhone and Android smart phones and tablets app, people are able to sign up to help, get an overview on basic tasks and receive notifications about Red Cross disaster volunteer opportunities in their community.

The Red Cross is encouraging the public to download the app before a disaster strikes so volunteers can help immediately. The app may be found at https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/team-red-cross-by-american/id669579655?ls=1&mt=8 and https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.cube.arc.trc.