A free community emergency preparedness class in Berkeley saw near-record turnout as residents grapple with the impact of the ongoing wildfire disaster in Los Angeles. People expressed concern about their own safety and shared stories of friends and family impacted by the fires. The Citizens Emergency Response Team (CERT) class provided valuable information on preparing for emergencies, including creating go-bags, documenting home contents, and understanding evacuation procedures.
Cornell BarnardIn Berkeley, a free community emergency preparedness class saw near-record turnout with people eager to learn more about keeping their families safe.Preparing for emergencies is top of mind for many of us following the developing wildfire disaster happening in Los Angeles.
Dovzak has taught this Citizens Emergency Response Team class, or "CERT," dozens of times in Berkeley but the interest in preparing for emergencies has never been greater. Dovzak said to have go-bag ready with essentials like medication, water and non-perishable snacks. And record the contents of your home with your cell phone for insurance purposes.CA WILDFIRES:There were so many interested in this Saturday class. A total of 70 attended. People were on the waiting list. Organizers plan to have another class next weekend to accommodate everyone.
WILDFIRE PREPAREDNESS EMERGENCY RESPONSE CITIZENS EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM BAY AREA LOS ANGELES WILDFIRES
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