CERT TEAM CERTIFIED

After six weeks of training, and one hurricane, the Verona Walk CERT team had a 'disaster drill/test' on Saturday, October 18, 2008. Our community had nearly thirty graduates. This was a great number considering it is still "off season."

For the final test our team responded to an area devastated by a tornado. No homes went down, thanks to steel re-enforcing rods. We did find fire, downed trees, injured victims, electrical hazards etc. One 'dummy' lost his leg, but was repaired by a handy responder using 'crazy glue.'

The class entered the target area and took care of the fires. Following the 'fire suppression' team the 'search', and 'medical teams' entered the action spot. They found and treated victims, saving everyone.

Following the drill our CERT unit responded to Town Center for a well deserved lunch, and collection of graduation certificates.

Many thanks to East Naples Fire District and their staff for providing trainers and equipment.