ARKANSAS, USA — The American Red Cross is facing a severe blood shortage, according to a recent report released on Jan. 20. The Red Cross reports that requests from hospitals are exceeding the available blood supply, resulting in a 35% reduction in blood products over the past month.

Utahns are being urged to donate their blood following the American Red Cross reporting a drop in blood donations.

The American Red Cross is issuing a plea for more blood donors as the agency said its blood supply has dropped 35 percent. An active flu season and severe winter