How many disasters occur annually in the United States?
In recent years, the American Red Cross has responded to more than 66,000 natural and man-made disasters annually. In 1996, the Red Cross responded to 68,121 domestic disasters, including hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, fires, hazardous materials spills, civil disturbances, explosions, and transportation accidents.
In recent years, the American Red Cross has responded to more than 66,000 natural and man-made disasters annually. In 1996, the Red Cross responded to 68,121 domestic disasters, including hurricanes, floods, earthquakes, tornadoes, fires, hazardous materials spills, civil disturbances, explosions, and transportation accidents.
