Respond and Prepare for Disasters: Bluegrass Area (Lexington Area): Community Disaster

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Disaster Action Team (DAT) - DAT volunteer’s response could vary according to location from a single or multi-family fire per day to only one fire per month; you would be called on to assess disaster damage, interview, counsel and comfort disaster victims

Canteen Team - Canteen volunteers provide snacks and drinks to the emergency workers and people affected by a disaster. Examples of circumstances when this opportunity may be requested are during a multi-family fire or evacuation, during an emergency response where the Fire Department, EMS, or police are required to be on site for several hours or possibly to serve workers during a search and rescue mission.

Disaster Education Team Member - Community Education volunteers work one-on-one with individuals and groups to teach the importance of being prepared to reduce injury, loss of life and loss of property. In a classroom setting, volunteers present the message--Make a Plan. Build a Kit. Be Prepared. -- These volunteers have the opportunity to work with schools, community groups, agencies, businesses, and faith-based organizations