FLORIDA –The disorganized tropical storm Erika has left at least 12 dead in the Caribbean, with others still missing, and is now aiming for the coast of Florida. Governor Rick Scott has declared a state of emergency Friday ahead of the storm, which is expected to remain a tropical storm when its forecasted to hit …read more.

The Kosciusko County Red Cross stands ready to deploy several of its available trained volunteers to Florida ahead of Hurricane Isaac to help set up shelters for residents whoíll need to evacuate. In Florida, the Red Cross is identifying available shelters, assembling disaster teams and coordinating with government and community partners. Preparations occur all year …read more.