TEAM MEETING - MAY 26, 2011

On May 26,2011 our teams monthly meeting was comprised of a 2 way radio refresher, and check of our communications equipment. One radio was deemed unserviceable, and was rapidly replaced.

The first aid supplies purchased from the proceeds of our fundraiser were distributed at this meeting to prepare for the 2011 hurricane season.

OUR CERT TEAM RESPONDS TO FIRE

Due to a severe fire in the preserve, less then 1/4 mile from our east property line, the VeronaWalk Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) had its' initial activation on May 3, 2011 .

At approximately 2:15 PM the calls went out to all calling contacts. By 2:30 PM 14 team members were assembled in the Town Center, a briefing was given and we traveled to our command post at Umberto Ct. & VeronaWalk Circle. From there 2-3 member teams were given their assignments. Our mission was to look for any fire, sparks or active embers that could cause a fire within our community, any dangers to our residents and their property and to advise residents to close all windows, use their air conditioners to filter the smoke, and change the filters once the fire was put out.

We covered the entire eastern portion of our community, and are delighted to report no fires spread to VeronaWalk. Radio communication was outstanding. The team was in constant contact with the East Naples Fire Dept.and at 4:15 PM they were advised the fire was 75% contained, and the wind had shifted east away from our community. The danger to VeronaWalk was over.

At 4:25 PM we held a de-briefing, and at 4:35 PM our team deactivated.

TEAM MEETING: NEW MEMBERS

The meeting on the April 28 was held at Town Center at 7:00 PM.

We had a four new members who were introduced to the Team. Identification pictures were taken for their official ID Cards. We were glad to see the new faces.

The primary focus of this meeting was to discuss and select items to purchase that will be placed in our emergency kits. Our Team is cognizant of the upcoming Hurricane season and plans to be ready if needed.

CAPTAINS MESSAGE: HODGES UNIV. & NEXT MEETING (

On Saturday, April 23, 2011 members of the VeronaWalk CERT team traveled to Hodges University to take the ICS 100 & 700 Incident Command Courses.

Incident Command is critical to CERT teams. It ensures safe, and efficient operation of the team. All members who attended this course received certificates.

Our next meeting will be held on Thursday, April 28, 2011 at 7:00 P.M. in our Town Center. Topics will include our first aid supplies purchases, and preparation for the upcoming hurricane season.

All members are requested to attend.

TEAM MEETING AND "CPR" TRAINING

On the evening of March 31, 2011 members of the VeronaWalk Community Emergency Response Team participated in a CPR/AED course. (Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation/ Automated External Defibrillator). CERT members are required to take this course every two years. We train constantly to better serve our community.

CAPTAINS' MESSAGE: MEETING MARCH 31

SAVE A LIFE

The VeronaWalk CERT team will be hosting a CPR/AED course opened to the communities residents. This training will be held in our Town Center on March 31, 2011 at 6:00 P.M. All CERT members are required to take this training every two years. Any team members that have not yet registered and need the training should register immediately. Emailing the team manager can do this.

Any residents that wish to take this course, and learn to save a life should either register with the receptionist at our Town Center, or send an email to veronawalksafety@yahoo.com

The cost is $25.00 cash payable on the day of the training only please.

WE NEED A FEW GOOD VOLUNTEERS

THE FIRST 72 ARE UP TO YOU

WE NEED YOU!

Our Community Emergency Response Team needs you!

Our team of volunteers constantly trains to better serve the community. CERT serves VeronaWalk in time of disaster, and in emergency situations. We are trained in triage, first aid, search and rescue and more. This team, made up of your neighbors makes a difference. We’re ready to serve the community when the professionals cannot reach you. After a hurricane, or natural disaster 911 as you know it may not function for up to 72 hours. CERT will be there to help when the professionals cant. Join our team, serve your community and help make a difference.

FOR INFORMATION SEND AN EMAIL TO:

VERONAWALKSAFETY@YAHOO.COM

PLACE “CERT” IN THE SUBJECT BOX

THE CERT NATIONAL WEB SITE IS:

https://www.citizencorps.gov/cert/