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The Red Cross Responds to the Paso Robles Earthquake

A 6.5 magnitude earthquake struck the city of Paso Robles in central California on December 22, 2003. The Red Cross quickly mobilized to assess damages in residential areas. At least 10 teams of inspectors were sent into neighborhoods to determine the extent of destruction of homes and personal property. Their findings were shared with the local government which facilitated a federal disaster declaration. Without the Red Cross, the needs of victims would not be well known or quickly addressed.