Will County Emergency Management Agency

August Training Newsletter, Come Join us for a Training

The Will County Emergency Management Agency is hosting a "Preparing for Disasters in Will County" Lunch and Learn webinar series. The sessions cover various topics, including emergency preparedness, special needs considerations, pet safety during disasters, nuclear safety, and financial preparedness. Each webinar is scheduled for a Wednesday from 12:00 to 12:30 PM, running from August 28 to September 25. These sessions aim to equip participants with practical strategies for effective disaster planning, response, and recovery. For more details and registration, visit Will County EMA https://lnkd.in/g34K4ZcJ

Take a look at some classes coming to Will County

Joliet Active Threat and Mental Wellness 2024 Conference Visit: https://lnkd.in/gNjrZPyQ

Here is the June edition of our Training Newsletter! Register today!

LAST DAY TO REGISTER! Will County Regional Office of Education and Will County EMA, with the support of the Illinois School and Campus Safety Program, have collaborated to host a Reunification Exercise on June 4th and 5th, 2024, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm at the Lewis University St. Charles Borromeo North Campus. This two-day exercise is open to educators, School Resource Officers, School Safety Directors, and more. Day 1 is capped at 200 personnel for those seeking a refresher and to prepare for the exercise portion. This training is being offered for free. ·    Date and Time: June 4 and 5, 2024 8:00am-4:00pm ·    Location: Lewis University St. Charles Borromeo North Campus 101 W Airport Rd, Romeoville, IL 60446 ·    Registration Day 1: https://lnkd.in/g5Yew6Kt ·    Targeted Audience: K-12 Schools, SROs, School Safety Staff, Law Enforcement, Fire/EMS, and EMA/ESDA

It's National Dam Safety Awareness Day - a call to action and a reminder that dams in our communities should be properly inspected and maintained. FEMA offers numerous resources and grant funding opportunities to support dam safety in communities across the country. In fact, our $38 million investment into the Mineral Ridge Dam will help the Ohio Emergency Management Agency and the Mahoning Valley Sanitary District reduce the risks of downstream flooding and protect the drinking water for more than 220,000 people in and around Youngstown, OH. It's part of our plan to make communities safer and stronger. And that's what happens when local, state, and federal partners work together. Check out the video to see what upgrades are in store for the Mineral Ridge Dam. For more details on how FEMA may be able to help your community, check out https://lnkd.in/dGgzx5a.

Over the past five years, Will County Emergency Management Agency, in collaboration with local police, fire, and dispatch agencies, has hosted a series of trainings focused on enhancing command and control among first responders. These trainings empower agencies to act decisively in the early stages of any incident. These efforts have gained national recognition, with other states looking to adopt this program. At the most recent training, representatives from a county in Missouri attended, expressing interest in implementing a similar program. By prioritizing training and collaboration, we ensure that we are ready to face any challenge and emerge stronger together.

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