DHR To Operate Toll-Free “Reunification Line” During The “Star-Spangled Sailabration”

June 13 – 19 event in Baltimore will launch the national Bicentennial of the War of 1812 and the writing of “The Star-Spangled Banner.”

BALTIMORE, MARYLAND (June 14, 2012) –  The Maryland Department of Human Resources (DHR) will be supporting the “Star-Spangled Sailabration” through operation of a toll-free Reunification Line. DHR will be working with the Maryland Institute of Emergency Medical Service Systems (MIEMSS) and the American Red Cross (ARC) to help separated parties reunite.

Over 1 million visitors are expected to be in Baltimore during the celebration of the War of 1812, and some individuals may become separated from their parties. Missing person reports, child protective services and other emergency matters will continue to be handled by 911 and appropriate public safety agencies. However, separated parties that fall outside the scope of those emergency situations will be able to use the DHR Reunification Line (DRL) to gain assistance in finding each other.

Emergency personnel at 911 centers, First Aid stations, Hospitals (emergency rooms), and personnel throughout the event will be referring separated parties to contact the DRL. Members of the public may directly contact the DRL at 1-888-756-7836. The DRL will be open from 7 AM to 11 PM Monday June 11 through Tuesday June 19.

For more information, visit the Maryland Department of Human Resources.