EL CENTRO — The American Red Cross has opened a new facility in Imperial Valley, a move leaders say will strengthen local disaster response and better support residents during emergencies.

Sean Mahoney, regional CEO of the American Red Cross for Southern California, said the organization relocated to the site in January but waited until this week to hold an open house. Local officials—including the city’s mayor, fire chief and police chief—joined Red Cross staff, volunteers and community members for the celebration.

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