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Chana Ray
Douglas County EMA Director


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Citizen Preparedness Courses


IS-7

A Citizen Guide to Disaster Assistance

Ever wonder what you are actually supposed to get from Federal Disaster Aid?  Check out this course and get the facts.  It’s not what you heard in the media.


IS-22

Are You Ready – An In-depth Guide to Citizen Preparedness

Another course that helps you prepare your family for the worst.  An excellent preparation for the CERT courses.


IS-317

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)

This course gives you the skills to respond to disasters within your neighborhood.  It gives you information on how to be prepared to assist others.  It starts with individual and family awareness, such as how to have your own family disaster plan and supplies.  Once you are sure that your family is safe it goes further by teaching you how to assist your neighbors.  Some communities even have Community Emergency Response Teams which work for your emergency services to assist them in their efforts.  You can take a 20 hour class in this topic but this is a good preparation for the in class material.


How to better Protect Your Family


IS-55

Household Hazardous Materials – A Guide for Citizens

Do you really know the contents of your home?  How many dangers are present that you never really thought of?


NOW THAT YOUR FAMILY IS PROTECTED LET’S LOOK AT OTHERS WHO NEED YOUR HELP.


 

Taking Care of Animals in Disaster


IS-10

Animals in Disaster Module – An Awareness and Preparedness

Have pets?  How do you protect them in times of disaster?  Check out this course and give Kitty or Poochie a fighting chance in disaster situations.


IS-11

Animals in Disaster Module B – Community Planning

An excellent follow-up to the Pets in Disasters Awareness Course.  Learn how your community can help your best friend.


IS-111

Livestock in Disaster

Are animals more then just your best friend?  Are they your livelihood?  Learn how to protect your investment in livestock during a disaster.






























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