Red Cross Seeks Blood Donors After Virginia Winter Weather Disrupts Supply

Winter storms cancel blood drives, worsen national shortage; Red Cross urges Idahoans to d

BOISE, Idaho — Winter storms sweeping across the country are taking a serious toll on the nation’s blood supply, and the American Red Cross is asking Idahoans t

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Red Cross; 20K Donations Uncollected due to Winter Storms

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Blood donations urgently needed after winter storm stalled collections

TheRed Cross is issuing an urgent call for blood and platelet donors after winter storms storm crippled collection efforts.

Red Cross seeks blood donors after Virginia winter weather disrupts supply

RICHMOND, Va. The American Red Cross is asking people to donate blood to help offset the severe impact recent winter storms have had on the blood supply.The organization says dangerous ice and snow disrupted their ability to collect and transport lifesaving blood products for patients in need.Anyone who donates blood through Feb. 28 will receive a $20 e-gift card.The Red Cross has been facing ongoing blood supply shortages, which have been worse…

Red Cross donations go uncollected because of the winter storm

Over 500 blood drives have been canceled since the beginning of 2026.