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In 2005, the levee failures following Hurricane Katrina devastated the City of New Orleans. Five years later, we are still rebuilding; however, the city would not be in a position to rebuild had it not been for the many First Responders -- Coast Guard, National Guard, police, firemen, Red Cross volunteers, electrical linemen and others -- who helped in those early days after the storm.
On August 28, 2010, to mark the five-year anniversary, the American Red Cross Southeast Louisiana Chapter will present "Heroes of the Storm," a fund-raising gala that will honor all the First Responders and pay special tribute to LTG Russel L. Honoré, USA (Ret) who mobilized the response that ultimately saved the city.
The "Heroes of the Storm" event will allow the Red Cross, our Congressional delegation, city officials and the entire city to honor these heroes, and at the same time raise critical funds for the American Red Cross Southeast Louisiana Chapter, so that we can continue to provide help and hope to the 1.6 million residents of Southeast Louisiana.
For further information on how to sponsor the event and/or one of our
First Responder Heroes please call Stephen J. Engro at (504) 620-3176.
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