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Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a program that trains
citizens how to be prepared for and respond to emergencies
that may arise in their community.
In the event of a major disaster such as a hurricane,
emergency services personnel can initially become
overwhelmed leaving citizens on their own. CERT training
enables citizens to help themselves and their neighbors by
applying basic response and organizational skills during an
emergency. CERT members can also serve as first responders
to an emergency until professional emergency services
arrive.
CERT training is conducted by local fire departments and
other emergency response professionals and emphasizes
personal safety while trying to help others. Organized
groups of CERT trained volunteers can be an important asset
to community’s overall emergency response capabilities. In
addition, CERT training can help citizens in their every-day
lives.
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