SAFE AND WELL
In a large disaster, your loved ones will want to know that you are okay. When communications are down, you can use the Red Cross' Safe and Well website to let them know, and they can use it to search for you.
DISASTER SERVICES
From
preparedness education to assisting businesses with disaster action
plans, the Mt. Baker Chapter of the American Red Cross focuses on
helping people prevent, prepare for, and respond to emergencies.
Use the following links to learn more about specific Disaster Services Programs:
When
disaster strikes, numerous highly skilled Disaster Action Team (D.A.T.)
members are on call 24/7 to respond to emergencies, such as
single-family fires. DAT responders assist individuals and families who
are forced from their homes by providing services such as food, medical
and emotional support, shelter, and referrals to additional resources.
TRAINING OPPORTUNITIES:
The Mt. Baker Chapter's Disaster Services Office provides extensive free training courses for volunteers.
Click here for the training calendar where you can view and register for Disaster & Emergency Services classes by the month.
*Note: Disaster Services Courses are currently undergoing revision please check back regularly to see what new classes are available.
Please e-mail
training@mtbredcross.org with any questions or concerns you may have regarding Disaster Services Training.
DISASTER SERVICES MEETINGS:
Regularly scheduled Disaster Services meetings are held at the Skagit Valley Service Center and the Mt. Baker Chapter Headquarters in Bellingham, as well as joint meetings, usually held in the town of Alger. The meetings are designed to update volunteers on current events and happenings within Disaster Services and to provide feedback and technical assistance where needed. Disaster Services meetings are open to all Disaster Services volunteers and invited guests. If you would like to attend a meeting please contact the Disaster Services Director or the Volunteer Services Director. For dates and times of upcoming meetings, please click on Calendar.
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