Disasters happen, that’s the sad reality. Fire and emergency officers must be prepared for such eventualities. FEMA practiced disaster relief at the National Fire Academy in Maryland. In the future, disaster response will be part of basic fire academy training.

Disaster simulation puts city, county officials to the test

“About 70 people involved in emergency management attended disaster training simulation at the National Fire Academy in Maryland. In attendance were representatives from the city of Springfield and Greene County along with institutions including Cox and …”
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