Friday's deadly earthquake rattled most of Myanmar and Thailand but certain areas sustained the heaviest damage, including flattened buildings and many lost lives.

Hamas has handed over the bodies of four hostages in exchange for Israel’s release of hundreds of Palestinian prisoners, days before the first phase of their ceasefire will end.

Hamas has released the names of six living Israeli hostages who the militants plan to release from Gaza this weekend under the terms of the ceasefire deal.

Hamas-led militants have released three gaunt, frail-looking Israeli hostages and Israel has freed 183 Palestinian prisoners in the fifth exchange of a ceasefire that has paused the war in Gaza.

Congo’s government has described the unilateral ceasefire declared by Rwanda-backed rebels in eastern Congo as “false communication,” while the United Nations on Tuesday noted reports of heavy fighting with Congolese forces in the region.

Hamas-led militants freed eight more hostages from the Gaza Strip and another 110 Palestinian prisoners were released by Israel as part of a ceasefire that began earlier this month.

Yemen’s Houthi rebels have unilaterally released 153 war detainees.

As cold weather sweeps into the region, the Red Cross is urging residents to prioritize safety while keeping their homes warm.

As fire crews continue their efforts to battle the California wildfires, officials with the Northeast Florida chapter of the American Red Cross say the disaster is shining a light on the ongoing need for volunteers.

It’s a time of year when families get adventurous in the kitchen and those cool temperatures call for the heater. But if people aren’t careful things could light up fast.

The United Nations says more aid workers, health care staffers, delivery personnel and other humanitarians have been killed in 2024 than in any other single year.

Communities in Florida still reeling from the impact of Hurricane Helene are now also grappling with the still-unfolding damage from Hurricane Milton.

Three Red Cross staff members have been killed by artillery strikes in eastern Ukraine.

The U.N. health agency has launched a six-month plan to help stanch outbreaks of mpox transmission.

At least 18 people were killed when a landfill collapsed in the Ugandan capital, according to the Red Cross.

Thousands of displaced residents on Maui have faced a year of anxious uncertainty since the deadliest U.S. wildfire in a century devastated Lahaina.

Gaza health officials say Israeli strikes on a tent camp outside the southern city of Rafah have killed at least 25 people and wounded another 50.

A family of four was displaced after a massive fire destroyed their home in the Taylor Field subdivision on Jacksonville’s Westside at around 1 p.m. on Tuesday.

Rescue teams are searching for a family of five feared trapped in a rockslide following Taiwan's biggest earthquake in 25 years.

Wednesday marks the Red Cross of Northeast Florida's 10th annual Giving Day, which encourages local communities to support the organization’s humanitarian efforts.

Spanish maritime rescuers and the Red Cross say two bodies have been found in a migrant boat making the risky but increasingly popular voyage from West Africa toward Spain’s Canary Islands.

Firefighters responded to a “suspicious” fire that broke out in a vacant building in the Brooklyn neighborhood Friday morning, according to the Jacksonville Fire Rescue Department.

The Israeli military has released 30 more Palestinian prisoners after eight more Israeli hostages were freed from captivity in the Gaza Strip under the temporary cease-fire.

An early morning fire at the Westland Park Apartments on Collins Road, near the intersection with I-295, left at least a dozen units with severe damage Wednesday.

Tyler Smith has been volunteering at the American Red Cross in Riverside for six years and has gone on more than two dozen deployments, but this is his first wildfire.

Leaders of a Southern California city hit by a destructive landslide are planning to vote on a resolution to declare a local emergency.

A family was displaced from their Moncrief home on Christobel Avenue after it was destroyed in a fire.

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue responded to a fire at the Monaco Arms Apartments shortly after 3 a.m. Saturday morning.

Captain Eric Prosswimmer with the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department believes there was an electrical problem in the house’s attic that sparked the fire.

AAA has released new findings from its annual hurricane season survey to help you start thinking about the potential for a big storm to hit your neighborhood.

A deadly tornado practically destroyed the small town of Rolling Fork, Mississippi and the surrounding areas, killing dozens and leaving a community in need of help.

Authorities say rebels in eastern Congo killed at least 19 people and set fire to a health fire and houses.

The Red Cross says 54% of adults can’t swim well enough to save themselves. Amanda DeVoe used to be part of that statistic, but now, she officially knows how to swim.

One of the American survivors from the kidnapping in Mexico is expected back home Wednesday, according to her mother.

An extensive fire at a home in the San Pareil neighborhood has displaced four people, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

January is National Blood Donor Month. If you have never donated blood before, it’s worth considering.

The Red Cross is helping five people who lost their house to an early morning fire Saturday on Jacksonville's Westside.

Jacksonville Fire and Rescue crews were on the scene of a house fire at George Wood Lane on Jacksonville’s Westside Monday morning.

The American Red Cross is urging residents along the coast of Northeast Florida to prepare their homes ahead of Tropical Storm Nicole.

With several local counties issuing evacuation orders for Hurricane Ian, the Red Cross offered some advice for those preparing to head to shelters.

Some Jackson residents are moving belongings out of their homes while others are stocking up on sandbags in anticipation of the Pearl River flooding Mississippi’s capital city.

The Pentagon has once again denied a request from the District of Columbia seeking National Guard assistance in dealing with thousands of migrants being bused to the city from Texas and Arizona.

Relatives of prisoners of war taken captive by Russia after the fall of Azovstal steel plant are calling for answers a week on from a prison attack in a separatist region of eastern Ukraine that reportedly killed dozens.

The District of Columbia has requested National Guard assistance to help stem a “growing humanitarian crisis” prompted by thousands of migrants that have been sent to Washington by a pair of southern states.

Tuesday is “World Blood Donor Day,” which was created to help raise awareness about blood donations and to thank all those who donate blood.

Family is top priority when preparing for hurricane season.

The Red Cross says it has registered “hundreds” of Ukrainians POWs who have left the giant Azovstal steel plant in Mariupol after holding out in a weeks-long standoff with besieging Russian forces.

The Red Cross was called to assist a family of seven following a house fire Monday in East Arlington, News4JAX was told.

More bodies have been pulled from the ruins of a luxury hotel in Cuba’s capital, bringing the official death toll from a powerful explosion at the iconic building to 40.

The world must not lose sight of the plight of those living through the yearslong war in Yemen.

You hear it often: There’s a need for blood donors -- but there’s apparently a particular need for the Black community to step up and donate.

Aid flights from Australia, Japan and New Zealand carrying food, water, medical supplies and telecommunications equipment landed in Tonga over the weekend, as the Pacific nation grapples with the aftermath of an underwater volcanic eruption and tsunami.

A Jacksonville family of twelve lost their home early Saturday after a fire, just one week before Christmas.

Federal and state teams continue the recovery work and debris cleanup after deadly tornadoes swept through Kentucky and other states on Friday night.

The poorest region in mainland France has managed to dramatically speed up its COVID-19 vaccination campaign.

The Red Cross is warning that Lithuania's decision to turn away immigrants attempting to cross in from neighboring Belarus does not comply with international law.

Crews responded Sunday morning to an apartment fire off Hodges Boulevard, according to the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department.

Firefighters on Sunday rescued multiple cats from a house fire on Julington Forest Drive, the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department said.

Forecasters predict it will be an above-average year. There are 17 named storms, 8 hurricanes, and 4 are expected to be major hurricanes.

The International Federation of the Red Cross says coronavirus cases are exploding in Asia with over 5.9 million new confirmed infections over the past two weeks.

Red Cross distribute food to local residents after an earthquake in Damasi village, central Greece, Wednesday, March 3, 2021. An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of at least 6.0 struck central Greece Wednesday and was also felt in neighboring Albania and North Macedonia, and as far as Kosovo and Montenegro. (AP Photo/Vaggelis Kousioras)ATHENS – Fearful of returning to their homes, thousands of people in central Greece were spending the night outdoors late Wednesday after a powerful earthquake, felt across the region, damaged homes and public buildings. The shallow, magnitude-6.0 quake struck near the central city of Larissa. Ad___ Elena Becatoros and Theodora Tongas in Athens, Llazar Semini in Tirana, Albania, and Suzan Fraser in Ankara, Turkey contributed.

Now this is a group of brave, selfless and hardworking women.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – A state fire marshal has been called to investigate what caused a house in Arlington to catch fire three times over the last two days. Jacksonville firefighters first responded to the home on Aletha Drive before 2 a.m. Wednesday. Firefighters determined the fire started in a crawl space area underneath the home Wednesday morning. They were able to put the flames out quickly during their initial call but returned before 6 a.m. when the fire reignited. Thursday morning around 5:30, firefighters returned a third time when flames were seen in the back of the home and along the ridgeline.

(AP Photo/Francisco Seco)BRUSSELS – Belgium’s intensive care units will hit capacity by mid-November if new coronavirus cases continue to soar at the same pace, the country’s health authorities warned Wednesday. The latest COVID-19 figures published Wednesday by the national institute of public health show that Belgium has seen 7,360 new coronavirus cases over the last 24 hours. All virus indicators have deteriorated in recent weeks as the new surge in infections is also being reflected in rising hospital admissions and deaths. Van Laethem said the country is currently the second-worst in Europe in terms of new coronavirus infections, behind the Czech Republic. So far, the virus has killed more than 10,200 people in Belgium, a nation of 11.5 million that hosts European Union headquarters.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – Help is on the way ahead of Hurricane Delta. Red Cross volunteers are leaving Tuesday to help those affected by the oncoming storm. The group will help the Gulf Coast area with hurricane preps, food, shelters and aftermath resources. Volunteers said that assisting others this year has been particularly challenging due to COVID-19, but in the end, it’s always worth it. And I guess that’s why I do it and continue to do it.”Morgan said the Red Cross is always looking for volunteers, including virtual ones.

Jared Moskowitz tweeted Sunday night about the area of low pressure out in the Atlantic. Now is the time to make sure you have your 7 day Hurricane supply. According to NPR, the recommendation was about half that before the pandemic, but officials show there isn't enough space in a "worst-case" storm. All workers must be wearing personal protective equipment and face masks or coverings will be required for all. News4Jax has partnered with Ace Hardware to help people Build a Kit That Fits, where you can print out a list of needed hurricane supplies.

LAKE CITY, Fla. – A Lake City woman and her mother are thanking God they are alive after a tree crashed into their mobile home before dawn Wednesday. Just before 5 a.m., Campe received a News4Jax weather alert saying, “Take cover now. “I believe that wholeheartedly was a sign of God and he protected us with this," Campe said. Columbia County Emergency Management told News4Jax two other homes received storm damage early Wednesday morning but there were no significant injuries. The National Weather Service will go to Campe’s home to take pictures and determine whether straight-line winds or a tornado caused the damage.

SAN FRANCISCO - California's wildfires have forced hundreds of thousands of people from their homes as firefighters battle historically dire conditions. While families scramble to find shelter, several funds have been set up to help evacuees deal with the anticipated damage they'll face when they return to their homes and businesses. The United Way of the Wine Country set up the Kincade Fire Emergency Relief and Recovery Fund to help victims both in the short and long-term. The Red Cross has opened multiple shelters while the Salvation Army is providing meals, emotional and spiritual support to evacuees. The Red Cross also has a "Safe and Well List" to mark yourself safe or check on loved ones.

The Red Cross established the shelter for evacuees with pets at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. In California's wine country, firefighters worked to reinforce fire lines in western Sonoma County while rushing to shore up the eastern side that could be the new focus as winds switched direction. Bulldozers carved firebreaks, hand crews attacked hot spots with hoses and shovels, and aircraft painted hillsides with fire retardant. PG&E also has said its transmission lines may have been responsible for the Sonoma County fire. Southern California Edison had cut off power to about 800 people as of Monday night and warned that it was considering disconnecting about 400,000 more as winds return midweek.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - The Red Cross says it's assisting a family after a Saturday morning fire on Waterchase Way West in the Pablo Bay subdivision. Jacksonville Fire and Rescue responded to the call and initially said heavy smoke and flames were showing. The fire was put out quickly, but damage to the home occurred. The fire marshal is investigating the cause. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - One person was found dead in an overnight apartment fire in Jacksonville's Goodby's Creek neighborhood. Firefighters with the Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department were called to Kensington Square, near Goodby's creek where flames could be seen shooting through the roof late Wednesday night. Red Cross was requested to help several people but one person was found dead. JFRD said the fire heavily damaged three apartments at the six-building complex. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

An extended power outage means that food is thawing or getting warmer. The worst possible thing to do about checking on food during a power outage is checking on food during a power outage. Opening the freezer and refrigerator during an extended power outage lets those cold temperatures escape. "The possibility is that some people continue to lose power during a storm," said Christian Smith of Red Cross. The Red Cross also suggests having additional coolers and ice on hand to help keep perishables chilled if power outages last more than a day.

Former Cross CEO Jack Morgan stops by the Morning Show to tell us how the Red Cross is gearing up for Dorian. Copyright 2019 by WJXT News4Jax - All rights reserved.

With so much uncertainty about Hurricane Dorian's track, the entire state of Florida is in preparation mode. Christian Smith with the Red Cross offers answers to the most common questions asked as Floridians prepare for a hurricane. What are the bare minimum items you need in your hurricane kit? Heed your emergency warningsKnow your house and the area around it (do you feel comfortable staying if you're not in an evacuation zone?) (do you feel comfortable staying if you're not in an evacuation zone?)

Christian Smith is with the Red Cross is here to tell you where you can go if you have to evacuate and how to get help if you can't go home right away after a storm hits.

CNN image(KERO) - Ridgecrest, CA -- The Red Cross has an emergency shelter open at the Kerr McGee that has a capacity of 500. Right now the Red Cross says there are 129 people there with supplies coming from Los Angeles and Kern Counties to help. That shelter plans on staying open as long as it's needed so if you know anyone in the Ridgecrest area that needs a place to go send them to 100 West California Avenue in Ridgecrest. Russ Huge with the Red Cross explains on the Red Cross helps the community and how people can help those affected by the earthquake. The-CNN-Wire & 2019 Cable News Network, Inc., a Time Warner Company.

JACKSONVILLE, Fla. - A family of three was displaced Thursday after their home caught on fire. The Jacksonville Fire and Rescue Department believe the cause of the fire is potentially suspicious. Around 4:30 a.m., firefighters were called to the home on McQuade Street, in the Robinson's Addition neighborhood. Smoke could be seen coming from the home where the two adults and a teenager with special needs lived. The Red Cross was called to assist the family.