Red Cross

So far this month, the Red Cross estimates over twelve thousand blood and platelet donations have gone uncollected because of the bad weather and fires

Typically, donation rates fall off over those months when people are on vacation and not in their regular routines.

Last week, northern Wisconsin reported tornadoes of their own touching down and there was widespread storm damage across the state.

Nationally, the Red Cross wants to make sure every house has a smoke detector.

In December and January, the number of housefires significantly increases.

The mid-summer heat and humidity will stay for a couple of days and the American Red Cross says don't over do it. Among the tips they provide is drink…