(PHOENIX) June 21, 2010 - Through the Safe and Well website, the Red Cross is helping bring peace of mind to people concerned about loved ones impacted by the Schultz Fire burning near Flagstaff.

People impacted by the wildfire are encouraged to register themselves on the Red Cross Safe and Well site or call a family member to register them. Registration can be done with the Safe and Well feature on redcross.org or by calling 1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Friends and family can then search for your message on the Safe and Well site by using the evacuee’s phone number or complete address.

So far, 277 people have checked into the shelter set up at Mount Elden Middle School located at 3233 N. Fourth St. in Flagstaff. Eighteen people stayed overnight at the shelter. The Red Cross is partnering with The Salvation Army on the feeding operation. Also, local restaurants have donated meals.

The Red Cross shelter is a safe place for people to stay during the wildfire evacuations. Three hot meals are served a day and Red Cross volunteers are there to provide emotional support. Many businesses and agencies are leaving helpful information on a bulletin board at the shelter. Additionally, ham radio operators at the shelter are communicating with ham operators at the Emergency Operations Center to get the latest developments for residents.

For more information about the Red Cross wildfire response, visit www.arizonaredcross.org.

### About the American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter The American Red Cross Grand Canyon Chapter is where volunteers from across central and northern Arizona come together to help people in need every day. The volunteer-led organization serves more than 5.2 million people in communities across Apache, Coconino, Gila, La Paz, Maricopa, Mohave, Navajo, Pinal, Yavapai and Yuma counties. The American Red Cross shelters, feeds and provides emotional support to victims of disasters; supplies blood; teaches lifesaving skills; provides international humanitarian aid; and supports military members and their families. The Red Cross is a charitable organization — not a government agency — and depends on volunteers and the financial generosity of Arizona neighbors to perform its mission. For more information, please visit www.arizonaredcross.org or call 1-800-842-7349. . To give blood, visit www.givelife.org or call 1-800-GIVE LIFE.