TWO SEATS TO FILL!
We only have two seats left for the upcoming March and April classes and we need to fill them. Do you know someone who might be interested in CERT Basic class? Send them this post and encourage them to sign up. While we would love for you to join our CERT organization after training, it is […]
SAVE THE DATE! March 21-27, 2021
This year’s National Poison Prevention Week is March 21-27, 2021! More to come! #NPPW21
Congratulations to AAACERT Members!
A message from Bruce Morgenstern, President, Anne Arundel-Annapolis CERT. Our first congratulations goes to Randy Sanger. Randy has been appointed to a position with the Maryland State Fire Commission. Of course, an appointment like this comes with added responsibilities, and with mixed emotions, Randy has had to tender his resignation as AAACERT Vice President. Randy […]
Tick Tock…Tick Tock, Time is Counting Down
We have only 1 slot available for our upcoming EARLY SPRING CERT BASIC CLASS. Sign up now at the link below. As for the LATE SPRING CERT BASIC CLASS, there are only a couple of slots open for that. We do not expect these to remain open long, so click that link and sign up […]
CERT Basic Classes NOW OPEN
Our CERT Basic classes in March and April are now open. Due to COVID-19 precautions, space is very limited so sign up quickly. The Basic CERT class is approximately 24 hours of instruction in basic disaster skills over 4 days. CERT Basic Training is designed to prepare you to help yourself and to help others […]
Did You Know…?
Did you know AAACERT has a YouTube channel? Check us out and be sure to subscribe to be notified when new videos are uploaded. Right now we have a few older videos and one new one from this year’s SPCA Lights on the Bay traffic management event. We are always interested in having you take […]
Introducing…Our New Site!
AAACERT is proud to announce our newly redesigned website. We hope this site helps visitors more easily navigate to the information they need while providing more information on the activities of Anne Arundel-Annapolis CERT. Visit the new site; then tell us what you think on our Facebook page.
Annual Meeting Focuses on 2021 Strategic View
The Anne Arundel-Annapolis Community Emergency Response Team (AAACERT) conducted its annual meeting on Nov. 18, 2020. Some members were co-located at Libations Restaurant in Millersville, MD, while numerous others tuned in via teleconference. President Bruce Morgenstern led the meeting from home. The meeting both reflected on AAACERT accomplishments in 2020 during the ongoing pandemic, as well as focusing on the planned 2021 Strategic View for the organization.
Congrats, CERT Basic Class of November 2020!
Congratulations to the November 2020 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Basic training class.
New CERT Basic Training Class Completes Instruction
Congratulations to the October 2020 Basic Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class. The class underwent its training and final exercise in October 2020 at the Anne Arundel County Fire Training Academy in Millersville, Md. Due to the current Covid-19 pandemic, class sizes are limited and fill fast. Interested? Please visit www.aaacert.org.
AAACERT Volunteers Contribute 625 Hours to Coronavirus Pandemic Response
Twenty-five Anne Arundel-Annapolis Community Emergency Response Team (AAACERT) members have contributed more than 625 hours of volunteer service to the county and to the City of Annapolis, supporting the response to COVID-19 in the past month. April is National Volunteer Month, a time to celebrate the work that volunteers do year-round.
Volunteer Opportunity – Homeless Shelter Support
NOTE: THIS IS NOT AN ACTIVATION OR FUNCTION OF AAACERT. IT IS A REQUEST FROM A NON-PROFIT FOR VOLUNTEER SUPPORT. If you choose to volunteer, please follow the directions below. VOLUNTEER ASSIGNMENT: Support to non-profit extended Homeless Shelter (Crownsville/Annapolis Area) TYPE ASSIGNMENT: Type 2 Volunteer (Support to Non-Profit Organization with County assistance) REQUESTOR: Arundel House […]
20 Twitter accounts we’re following on COVID-19 preparedness
When you hear something on social media about the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19, it’s important to consider who is making the statement or suggestion, what they are asking you to do, and what is the evidence for their suggested course of action. During a disaster response, it’s vital to seek out trustworthy sources of […]
AAACERT Operations During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The Anne Arundel – Annapolis Community Emergency Response Team (AAACERT), during the current COVID-19 situation, has been assisting the the Anne Arundel Office of Emergency Management in numerous positions. AAACERT trained members have been helping as Call Takers in the Emergency Operations Center, as well as helping assist the County Virtual Volunteer Mobilization Center (VVMC). […]
Annual Meeting and Elections — 2019
The Anne Arundel-Annapolis Community Emergency Response Team (AAACERT) held its annual dinner and election on Nov. 20.
County Seeks Volunteers for Emergency Preparedness Assessment
The Anne Arundel County Department of Health is seeking volunteers to assist its Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response in conducting a Community Assessment for Emergency Preparedness and Response (CASPER) on September 17 and 18, 2019. The goal of this assessment is to determine the current status of preparedness in the county and to identify gaps in emergency preparedness and response knowledge and readiness.
Free classes prepare you for entry-level ham radio license exam
The basic knowledge of ham radio is freely available to anyone willing to learn. This fall, two organizations will offer free, entry-level ham radio classes in Anne Arundel County. These classes will prepare you for the Amateur Radio Technician License Exam that local volunteer examiners administer. The first class begins on Thursday, September 5 and […]
AAACERT in the News
Teen of the Week: Glen Burnie High senior works ahead for college, looks to career in public service https://www.capitalgazette.com/neighborhoods/ac-cn-tow-cox-20190816-vb5dllqqh5arvku6ke4offqyvi-story.html
Mass-Casualty Incident Simulation at BWI Provides Training for Paramedic Students
On June 5, members of the Anne Arundel-Annapolis Community Emergency Response Team (AAACERT), along with other volunteers, supported a simulated mass-casualty response exercise at Thurgood Marshall BWI Airport in Linthicum, MD.
Skywarn Spotter Course
The National Weather Service and Anne Arundel County Office of Emergency Management is offering a free SKYWARN® Spotter Class on April 4, 2019.