FORT MYERS, Fla. — The Red Cross wants to help prepare families for emergencies.
They have launched free virtual classes that families can sign up for.
The classes are for adults, children, and families to understand the different types of disasters, and ways they can prepare and cope through them.
Online classes will be offered throughout the month and until the end of March and are available with both English and Spanish resources.
Classes for Older Adults:
Older Adult Preparedness & Home Fires
Wednesday, March 31 | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Classes for Families:
Preparedness Essentials & Ready Rating
Friday, February 19 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Home Fire & Youth Preparedness Products
Wednesday, February 24 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Home Fire & Youth Preparedness Products
Tuesday, March 16 | 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Classes for Youth ages 5-12:
Prepare with Pedro Read-Along
Tuesday, February 23 | 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Prepare with Pedro – Home Fire Preparedness
Thursday, March 4 | 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Prepare with Pedro – Hurricane Preparedness
Wednesday, March 17 | 4:00 PM – 4:45 PM
Presentation for kids ages five through seven.
The Pillowcase Project - Tornado Preparedness
Thursday, March 18 | 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Presentation for kids ages eight through twelve.
Registration is required. To learn more, visit the website..