While our troops lay it on the line overseas, we must stand in the gap at home.
Yes, but...

The last thing they need there is a bunch of untrained, unsupervised people running around trying to help. They will likely be the next set of victims needing rescue.

According to a radio broadcast here on a CBS affiliate, the American Red Cross is offering a two-day crash course in Hurricane Relief. They'll pay your airfare, but you have to be available to volunteer, perhaps for months.

If you're interested and can spare that much of your time, contact your local ARC chapter.