6 | Four Seasons Hemet Herald | SEPTEMBER 2020 |
In the event of disaster such as an earthquake or fire, your Four
Seasons CERT volunteers will respond. The Street Captain will be
dressed in a green vest, nitrile gloves, a full N95 mask/respirator,
and a facial shield. Auxiliaries will have a yellow vest, N95 mask/
respirator, and a facial shield. This exceptional PPE (personal
protective equipment) will ensure the CERT volunteers and your
safety are maximized while CERT renders aid.
However, unless you have the Help Needed sign in your window, a
CERT volunteer will not know to approach your residence. Signs and
proper use instructions are available from the lodge attendant.
During major disasters, 911 response will likely be delayed.
According to Hemet Fire Department Chief Scott Brown, some
services could take several weeks to be restored and responses
delayed. The Help Needed sign is the equivalent of 911 during a
disaster. Phone service is unlikely or will be jammed with traffic.
CERT will coordinate with Hemet EMS via radio to transport
victims needing immediate medical aid. If a residence is unsafe,
victims will be moved to a safe location, e.g., Lodge Ballroom. All
health protocols will be observed.
We ask that all residents wear masks if possible when visited by
CERT.
Again, the key to getting help during a disaster is the Help Needed
sign. If you do not have signs posted in your window, get them from
the Lodge Front Desk Staff. If you don't store them in your window,
helpful neighbors and friends will not be able to find them to post
when you're hurt.
Plan. Prepare. Survive. Wear your mask. Keep your distance from
other humans.
For more information, visit your Four Seasons CERT website,
FSCERT.org.
CERT Response to an earthquake or fire in the time of COVID-19
