Free Emergency Preparedness Training Offered in Rockland County

By Y.M. Lowy

Rockland County residents are being invited to take part in a free Emergency Preparedness Training being offered. Rockland County Fire and Emergency Services announced that an additional New York Citizen Preparedness class will be held on Thursday, March 12, at 6:00 p.m. at the Rockland County Fire Training Center in Pomona.

The training is designed to help residents prepare for emergencies and disasters. Participants will learn how to create a family emergency plan, build a basic preparedness kit, and stay informed before, during, and after an emergency. Each family that attends will receive one free preparedness kit to take home.

The event will take place at the Rockland County Fire Training Center, located at 35 Firemans Memorial Drive in Pomona. Registration is required and can be completed online through the New York State Citizen Preparedness Corps website.

Residents seeking more information can visit rocklandem.com or contact Rockland County Emergency Management by email at [email protected]. 

Officials encourage the public to attend and take an active role in keeping Rockland County prepared and safe.