Since its inception in 2004, National Preparedness Month is observed in the U.S. during the month of September. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) encourages everyone to take steps to prepare for emergencies in their homes and in their communities. This meeting will discuss the potential emergencies and natural disasters the Capital District may experience and how to prepare you and your loved ones for such an event. Topics will include making a plan, gathering supplies, sheltering in place, and evacuations. The presentation will be about 30-40 minutes and leave plenty of time for Q&A and conversation. Benjamin will also have guides and materials for all in-person attendees which will help prepare you and your loved ones for an emergency or disaster.
Benjamin Wang was a member of New York City’s Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT) before relocating to the Capital District, when he soon became a member of CDHS. CERT is a community outreach program within NYC’s Emergency Management Office, which was established in 1996. CERT members are dedicated volunteers who help prepare their communities for emergencies and disasters. CERT members are trained to support first responders in disaster events,
help people displaced from their homes, and educate communities about emergency preparedness. While in NYC, Benjamin participated in many community support events and gave multiple Ready New York presentations for his CERT chapter.