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DeKalb is seeking volunteers to help during disasters

Free training is available to volunteers who want to serve on DeKalb County's Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT). (Courtesy of DeKalb County)

Credit: DeKalb County

Credit: DeKalb County

Free training is available to volunteers who want to serve on DeKalb County's Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT). (Courtesy of DeKalb County)
By Carolyn Cunningham – For the AJC
April 11, 2023

DeKalb Emergency Management Agency is seeking volunteers for Community Emergency Response Teams (CERT).

Until help arrives, learn skills to assist your family, neighbors, yourself and your community before, during and after a disaster.

No experience is needed.

Training is free.

Contact DeKalbEMA@DeKalbCountyGa.gov or visit facebook.com/DekalbCountyEMA for more information.

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