American Red Cross in San Antonio deploys volunteers to help families displaced by Houston flooding [Video]

SAN ANTONIO — The American Red Cross has been collaborating with local churches, pet shelters and FEMA to provide relief for those impacted by severe flooding throughout the Greater Houston area. Hundreds of water rescues and mandatory evacuations are in place for neighborhoods. The American Red Cross Central and South Texas region is sending its staff and volunteers to provide relief for families displaced.

Right now there are 130 volunteers deployed to flooded areas. San Antonio has 20 volunteers who are giving emergency supplies, and providing transportation for those who will need shelter.

Lucy Medina is an emergency response vehicle driver who has been in the Houston area since Friday. She described the scene saying she seen trees that have tumbled down and are waterlogged. And have had to be moved off …