Following severe tornadoes that struck the Midwest, the American Red Cross is actively responding by opening shelters for storm victims in Missouri and Illinois, providing vital resources for those affected. Numerous shelters have been established across the region, including locations in Scott County and Miner, offering refuge to those evacuated. Community initiatives are also being organized, with events in North St. Louis supplying food and essentials to those in need. Local residents are encouraged to support relief efforts, including donations to organizations like United Way. The Red Cross has called for individual preparedness as the community gears up for ongoing recovery efforts.