Fast Facts: Hurricanes Ike and Gustav 10.2.08

Unless otherwise stated, the numbers reflect only the last 24 hours.  These numbers may reflect updates to previously reported numbers.

In Texas:

• Last night over 1,400 people sought refuge in 11 shelters.
• The Red Cross to date has served over 6.2 million meals and snacks to those affected by Hurricane Ike.
• More than 2,700 Red Cross disaster workers and volunteers are on the ground to assist.
• 195 Emergency Response Vehicles are in state.

In Louisiana:

• More than 140 people were provided safe haven last night in 4 shelters.
• 675 Red Cross disaster workers and volunteers are on the ground to assist.
• The Red Cross to date has served more than 4.85 million meals and snacks to those affected by Gustav and Ike.
• 30 Emergency Response Vehicles are in state.

Totals for Hurricanes Gustav and Ike to date:

• There have been more than 385,000 overnight shelter stays.
• More than 12.34 million meals and snacks have been served in 17 states, including the host states for evacuations.
• Nearly 20,000 Red Cross disaster workers and volunteers have helped on the ground.
• More than 208,000 clean-up kits and comfort kits have been distributed.