Red cross cites lowest blood reserves in 15 years, asks for donations Web Staff August 3, 2012 1 minute read Red Cross Blood supplies are at the lowest level in 15 years. They are only collecting about 80% of what they hope to see each day, and that is leaving them with little reserve to draw upon.WFIR’s Starr Anderson has the story. Share: Post navigation Previous: Eat for Education may be over, but its impact continuesNext: Wesley Clark in Roanoke: timed Afghan pullout is sensible Related Stories Roanoke unveils historic marker to honor ophthalmology pioneer Web Staff April 17, 2026 Roanoke prepares for record heat, road closures during Blue Ridge Marathon Ian Price April 17, 2026 Virginia agency warns drivers against cannabis use ahead of 4/20 Web Staff April 17, 2026
