Red Cross Shelters Springfield Senior Citizens Displaced By Gas Leak

SPRINGFIELD, N.J. (February 9, 2008) – The American Red Cross Colonial Crossroads Chapter partnered with the Springfield Office of Emergency Management, Police and Fire Departments, and First Aid Squad to shelter senior citizens evacuated due to a gas leak at Spring Mill Manor Saturday evening.

The Red Cross sheltered approximately 30 individuals at the Sarah Bailey Civic Center (30 Church Mall, Springfield) from 5 p.m. until 7 p.m., when evacuees were allowed to return to their homes. Red Cross volunteers distributed meals, snacks and beverages and provided important emotional support and mental health counseling.

“The Red Cross was pleased to be able to partner with the Springfield police and first aid squad to ensure the comfort of these Springfield residents during a time of need,” said Barb Chestnut, Colonial Crossroads Chapter director of response.

All Red Cross disaster assistance is free and provided locally by the Colonial Crossroads Chapter, which serves the residents of Berkeley Heights, Chatham Borough, Chatham Township, East Hanover, Florham Park, Long Hill Township, Madison, New Providence, Springfield and Summit.

You can help the victims of local disasters by making a financial gift to the American Red Cross Colonial Crossroads Chapter. Donations enable the Red Cross to provide shelter, food, counseling and other assistance. Contributions may be sent to the chapter office in Summit (695 Springfield Ave., Summit, N.J. 07901) or in Madison (1 Madison Ave., Madison, N.J. 07940).