Teen Community Emergency Response Team Training This Month

Emergency preparation is not just for adults.

Teens can learn how to prepare for and respond to emergencies at Teen CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Training happening this month.

Sponsored by the Federal Emergency Management Agency, CERT describes itself as "a national program of volunteers trained in disaster preparedness and emergency response."

The Altadena Sheriff's Station will conduct a TEEN CERT Training Saturday, July 20 and Saturday July 27 from 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. at Farnsworth Park (568 E. Mount Curve Ave., Altadena).

“Teen CERT training teaches you about the potential disasters that could affect your area and how to safely and responsibly respond to them,” an Altadena Sheriff’s Station statement notes. “Through Teen CERT you can serve your community and help take care of your school and home.”

During an emergency, especially a large natural disaster, police and fire officials may not be able to assist everyone right away or be hindered by certain circumstances, so CERT acts as a way for residents to help themselves and others near them. 

To find out more about the training visit: www.citizencorps.gov/cert 

Have you attended CERT training or are you interested? Share in the comments.