Sevier County CERT

Are you ready if severe weather threatens your area? Knowing where to go can save your life. Before a tornado warning is issued, spot a safe place on the lowest level of your home, away from windows. In a mobile home? Plan to relocate to a sturdy building. ready.gov/tornadoes

There is a very good chance that your neighborhood may be on its own during the early stages following a catastrophic disaster until professionals can respond.
After a catastrophic disaster, citizens will volunteer to help. Without proper training these people can expose themselves to potential injury and even death.
Experience has shown that basic training in disaster survival and rescue skills improves the ability of citizens to survive until responders or other assistance arrives.

🌡️ When the heat rises, preparedness matters.
Extreme heat can affect anyone, especially those working outdoors, older adults, young children, and people with chronic medical conditions.
Take a moment to make a heat plan:
✔️ Know where you can go to cool off.
✔️ Keep water readily available.
✔️ Schedule outdoor activities for the cooler parts of the day.
✔️ Check in on family, friends, and neighbors.
Being prepared for extreme heat is just as important as preparing for any other emergency.
Stay weather-aware and sign up for CodeRED alerts at sevierema.org to receive important emergency notifications in Sevier County. ☀️💧

Campfires make memories, but just one stray spark can start a wildfire. 🔥
Practicing safe campfire habits protects forests, communities, and everyone around you. A few simple precautions go a long way.

☀️ Summer is here in Sevier County — and that means more time outdoors, more travel, and warmer temperatures across our community. As you enjoy the season, take a few moments to stay prepared!
🌡️ Stay hydrated
🧴 Wear sunscreen
⛈️ Monitor changing weather conditions
🚗 Never leave children or pets in vehicles
📱 Sign up for emergency alerts through CodeRed on sevierema.org to receive important notifications during emergencies and severe weather.
Stay cool and stay ready!

May is Wildfire Awareness Month! With 62% of the country facing drought and higher wildfire risk, now’s the time to prepare.
1️⃣ Sign up for alerts
2️⃣ Make an evacuation plan
3️⃣ Build a go-bag
4️⃣ Protect your home with a fire buffer zone
Learn more: http://fema.gov/.../wildfire-awareness-month-4-ways-get...

Most people do not know what to do during a fire.
And panic can cost lives in seconds.
When smoke fills a room and flames start spreading, every decision matters.
That is why firefighters teach this simple life-saving method:
- R.A.C.E. -
1. RESCUE: Help anyone in immediate danger if it is SAFE.
2. ALARM: Activate the alarm and call emergency responders immediately.
3. CONTAIN: Close doors behind you to slow fire and smoke spread.
4. EXTINGUISH or EVACUATE: Fight the fire ONLY if:
✔ It is still small
✔ You have a safe exit
✔ You know how to use the extinguisher
❌ If the fire is growing or smoke is getting thick:
GET OUT FAST.
REMEMBER THE PASS METHOD:
🧯 Pull the pin
🎯 Aim at the base
✋ Squeeze the handle
↔️ Sweep side to side
Smoke can make a room deadly in minutes.
Many fire victims are overcome by smoke before flames even reach them.
✔ Stay low under smoke
✔ Know 2 ways out
✔ Install smoke alarms
✔ Practice your family escape plan
Fire is FAST.
Preparation saves lives.
Share this — someone you love may need this knowledge one day.