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Posted on: August 20, 2025

[ARCHIVED] Free CERT Disaster Preparedness Class

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The Watsonville Fire Department is helping host a free CERT disaster preparation class.  

CERT, Community Emergency Response Team, trains volunteers to be prepared for emergencies and assist their communities during disasters. Participants will learn to stay safe, help their neighbors, and protect property during natural disasters. 

The 21-hour class runs three Sundays, October 12, 19, and 26, from 9AM to 5PM. The first two sessions are at Watsonville Fire Station 2, and the final session is at Central Fire District in Live Oak. Classes include lectures, hands-on practice, and a disaster drill.
 

Sign up and learn more at santacruzcountycert.org

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El Departamento de Bomberos de Watsonville está ayudando a organizar una clase gratuita de preparación para desastres CERT. 

CERT (Equipo Comunitario de Respuesta a Emergencias, en español) capacita a voluntarios para estar preparados ante emergencias y ayudar a sus comunidades durante desastres. Los participantes aprenderán a mantenerse seguros, ayudar a sus vecinos y proteger la propiedad durante desastres naturales. 

La clase de 21 horas se impartirá durante tres domingos: 12, 19 y 26 de octubre, de 9AM a 5PM. Las dos primeras sesiones serán en la Estación de Bomberos 2 de Watsonville, y la sesión final será en Central Fire District en Live Oak. Las clases incluyen conferencias, prácticas y un simulacro de desastre.  

Regístrate y obtén más información en santacruzcountycert.org 

 

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