Wauconda offering emergency response training

The village of Wauconda is hosting a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training class starting March 30 for those interested in becoming new members.

Training will include two in-person sessions, with the majority of the course being conducted online.

The CERT program educates volunteers about disaster preparedness and trains them in basic disaster response skills, such as fire safety, light search and rescue, team organization, and disaster medical operations. CERT training will prepare participants to safely assist family, neighbors, and associates while waiting for professional responders to arrive; become better prepared for disaster; and support professional responders, as directed, once they arrive at the scene.

To learn more about the class and register, visit www.wauconda-il.gov/services/cert/cert_training.php.