Red Cross calls blood shortage Severe

The American Red Cross calls the current blood shortage severe.

There are drives happening this week with appointments available.

Tomorrow at Winchester Holiday Inn SE on Front Royal Pike from 2 to 7 with appointments open.

Front Royal Fire Hall will open a drive tomorrow form 10 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with appointments available.

Jun. 30 a drive will be held at Virginia Hills Church on Rockland Road that has openings as well.

Use your zip code at redcrossblood.org to find a drive near you or use battle2021 for a Jul. 9 blood drive.

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