Thursday, October 1, 2009

Wally Wise Guy's Wise Words of the Week: Get Involved Now! Emergency Preparedness Starts With You. Become a Volunteer.

We all have role to play in keeping Philadelphia safe and secure. Take simple steps to be prepared for emergencies, such as getting trained in basic first aid and volunteering to help local emergency responders.


How can you participate?


Volunteer as a member of any of these agencies who are helping Philadelphia’s first responders get ready for emergencies:

  • Philadelphia Animal Welfare Society
  • Philadelphia Animal Care and Control Association
  • Philadelphia Fire Department
  • Philadelphia Medical Reserve Corps
  • Second Alarmers Association of Philadelphia
  • Southeastern Pennsylvania Voluntary Organizations Active in Disasters

Visit the Volunteer page of the Philadelphia Office of Emergency Management website for more information and contacts for becoming a member of the above agencies.

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