Organizers for the Emergency Preparedness Fair last Saturday, September 6, called it a success.
The event was hosted by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints and held in Widmeyer Park from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Those who attended learned how to be prepared for emergencies and disasters, enjoyed free preparedness items and popcorn, and experienced a close-up look at first responder vehicles and equipment.
Children in attendance had fun playing games from the Girl Scouts and teens and adults participated in a hands-on “Stop the Bleed” training conducted by the Washington County Health Department at two demonstrations.
Washington County Commission on Aging, Inc., Washington County Health Department, American Red Cross, Morgan County Emergency Communication Network, Antietam Radio Association, Hancock Lioness Lions Club, Hancock Volunteer Fire Company Auxiliary, Hancock Rescue Squad, Hancock Police Department, Washington County Free Library Hancock Veterans Memorial Branch, Hagerstown Homesteaders, Needmore Scouts, Hancock Girl Scouts, and the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints.
Organizes are also asking the community if they would like to attend future Emergency Preparedness Fairs.
They ask for you to send an email to [email protected] with your opinions, thoughts, and suggestions.
