It's been three weeks since Haiti's devastating earthquake hit and the Red Cross's relief efforts are in full swing.
In Highlands County the Red Cross has collected over $10,000 from donations to its Sebring office. This includes text messaged donations, online contributions and drop-offs.
"We've had tremendous response from the public," said Phil Attinger, American Red Cross Mid-Florida Region spokesperson.
On Monday radio broadcaster Dave Onsted, "Morning Dave," from the Morning Show on WWLL Lite 105.7 F.M., announced it was Broadcasters for Haiti day.
The station's week-long effort is to raise awareness on the dire need for more aid.
The Red Cross pledged to collect $100 million for Haiti's relief and they are almost there. They've collected $67 million to date.
The Red Cross anticipates being in Haiti until the need is met.
"We have a lot of trained people there and they are providing the assistance they need. Right now getting the money to the right places is very important," Onsted said.
For more information, contact the Red Cross Sebring office 863-386-4440.
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