Updated 3/20/20

The American Red Cross now faces a severe blood shortage due to an unprecedented number of blood drive cancellations during this coronavirus outbreak.

Upcoming blood donation opportunities in Giles County will be Monday at Pulaski Recreation Center on 333 East College Street from noon until 6 p.m.

The Red Cross has less than a three-day supply of type O blood available for patient emergencies and medical treatments.

At press time, more than 4,500 Red Cross blood drives have been canceled across the country amid COVID-19 concerns. That translates to about 150,000 fewer blood donations nationwide.

A blood donor card or driver’s license or two other forms of identification are required at check-in.