The American Red Cross is responding across the Midwest where dozens of tornadoes ripped through communities overnight, destroying buildings and downing power lines. Red Cross workers are already operating shelters and providing meals, and more help is on the way.

“Our thoughts are with everyone affected by these tornadoes,” said Charley Shimanski, senior vice president for Red Cross Disaster Services. “Red Cross chapters are already offering folks food and a safe place to stay and more workers and equipment are being sent it to help people who were in the path of these storms.”

The National Weather Service Storm Prediction Center reported at least 97 tornadoes blew across Kansas, Iowa, Nebraska and Oklahoma. Particularly hard hit were the towns of Woodward and Norman in Oklahoma, the towns of Creston and Thurman in Iowa and areas in and around Wichita, Kansas. Currently, hundreds of relief supplies are being moved to the affected areas. These supplies include comfort kits, tarps, coolers, rakes and other cleanup supplies. The Red Cross is also sending in additional staff and disaster equipment.

The Red Cross encourages people to register on the Red Cross Safe and Well website to let loved ones know they are safe by visiting www.redcross.org or calling 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767). From a smart phone, visit www.redcross.org/safeandwell and click on the “List Yourself as Safe and Well” or “Search for Friends and Family” link.

Officials said the severe weather may continue from Texas to the upper Midwest and Great Lakes regions of the country. People who live in areas hit by the overnight storms should not return to their neighborhoods until authorities say it is safe to do so. Other safety steps include:

• Stay out of damaged buildings.
• Wear long pants, long-sleeved shirts and sturdy shoes when examining homes for damage.
• Watch out for fallen power lines or broken gas lines and report them to the utility company immediately.
• Use battery- powered flashlights when examining buildings—do NOT use candles.
• If someone notices a gas smell or hears a hissing noise, they should open a window and get everyone out of the building quickly. They should also call the Gas Company or fire department.
• Keep animals under control.
• Clean up spilled medications, bleaches, gasoline or other flammable liquids that could become a fire hazard.

Image Courtesy of   American Red Cross

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Texas Bollywood fans can now watch their favorite celebrity interviews, music videos and latest movies from the comfort of their own homes as Bollywood Hits On Demand is now available to Time Warner Digital Cable customers in Dallas, Greenville and Wichita Falls. For existing cable subscribers, the service is available for only $9.99 per month.

In Dallas and Greenville, Bollywood Hits On Demand can be found on Channel 683 while in Wichita Falls the service is on Channel 842. Bollywood Hits On Demand subscribers on Time Warner Cable have unlimited access to a variety of entertainment choices from Eros Entertainment each month, including approximately 25 blockbuster Bollywood movies and 50 music videos, as well as a selection of TV shows, behind-the-scenes specials and other popular Indian programming.

In addition, subscribers will have exclusive access to new release titles before they debut on DVD. Some of India’s top new releases and blockbuster movies that are currently, or will soon be, available on Bollywood Hits on Demand include:

• The biggest blockbuster of the year, Ra.One starring Shar Rukh Khan as Bollywood’s first superhero (available in January)
• Rockstar, the journey of one man’s road to fame (available in February)
• Desi Boyz, a comedy about two friends who become male escorts to make ends meet.

“We are thrilled to expand the availability of Bollywood Hits On Demand to Time Warner Cable Texas customers,” said Ken Naz, President North America, Eros International. “Bollywood fans will now have the opportunity to see blockbuster new releases on their schedule with the convenience of digital cable.”

Bollywood Hits On Demand is a partnership between International Media Distribution, a leading provider of in-language and multi-ethnic programming in the U.S., and Eros International, the largest international distributor of Indian films worldwide. Bollywood Hits On Demand features exciting new Bollywood blockbusters and allows unlimited access to subscribers.

Customers are able to watch their favorite films, Bollywood-related content and hit songs with the convenience of total control to start, stop, pause, rewind and fast-forward on their own schedule. New titles are added weekly for virtually unlimited viewing.

Current highlights on Bollywood Hits On Demand Include:

• Ra.One

Hindi, subtitled in English. Shekhar strikes gold when he designs an incredible video game – but finds himself in a new and dangerous situation when he unexpectedly becomes part of the game. Available now until Jan.12.

• Rascals

Hindi, subtitled in English. Two competing con men try to out-scheme each other in consistently amusing and surprising setups. Available now until Jan.19.

• Om Shanti Om

Hindi, subtitled in English. Om, who was murdered and then reincarnated into a new life in present times, tries to unfold the mystery of his demise as well as to find the love of his previous life, Shanti. Available now until Jan.12.

• Love Breakups Zindagi

Hindi subtitled in English. A group of friends try to find answers to the questions related to love, breakups and life. Available Dec.23 until Jan.26.

• Rangeela

Hindi, subtitled in English. Mili, an aspiring actress, has a difficult decision to make. Who does she marry: her childhood sweetheart or a famous star? Available Dec.23 until Jan.26.

• Namastey London

Hindi, subtitled in English. A London-based Indian accepts an arranged marriage to appease her family. However, she does not acknowledge her marriage and continues to live her life as a single woman. Available Dec.30 until Feb.2.

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