NEMCo is a partnership among the cities of Kenmore and Lake Forest Park, and Shoreline Fire Department to maximize each of the participating agencies emergency preparedness efforts and resources to serve our Northshore community.
Announcements
Check out our News Page for what we have been upto at NEMCo. We have many photos of this year's activities .
Are You Prepared for this summer? The Pacific Northwest and a central band of the country are favored to see less rain than usual this summer.
Upcoming Events
NEMCo Volunteers - Register in Volgistics. (Feel free to attend any or all of the offered training, but please sign up in Volgistics so we know to expect you.)
Our Community is open to all - Whether you’d like to see what we’re about, pick up new preparedness skills, or explore joining the NEMCo team, you’re welcome at any meeting. Just drop in no sign‑up required.
SEE Pancake Breakfast Pictures on the News Page
Congratulations CERT Graduates:
Community
Sept. 2026 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Build Skills, Confidence, and Community Resilience
The Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program gives everyday community members the knowledge and hands‑on skills to prepare for, respond to, and recover from emergencies and disasters. Whether you’re a parent, a neighbor, a student, or simply someone who wants to be more prepared, CERT offers practical training that anyone can learn. No prior experience required.
Over seven weeks, trained CERT instructors guide participants through essential topics such as fire safety, basic first aid, disaster medical operations, light search and rescue, utility management, and overall emergency preparedness. Lessons are taught in a clear, step‑by‑step format, with plenty of time to practice new skills.
The course concludes with a realistic disaster simulation, giving participants the chance to apply what they’ve learned in a supportive, team‑based environment. Graduates often describe this as one of the most empowering parts of the program.
CERT is just the beginning. After completing the course, participants are invited to join NEMCo as volunteers supporting community events, emergency‑readiness activities, and local police and fire partners. Additional training opportunities are available in areas such as GMRS and amateur (ham) radio, Emergency Operations Center support, drone operations, and more.
CERT is for everyone, all ages, backgrounds, and abilities. If you want to build confidence, learn practical skills, and help strengthen our community’s resilience, this is the place to start.
Training & Activities
Saturday, July 4th - Fireworks, Volunteers Register in Volgistics
Time: Fireworks show begins at 10pm, Event Starts at 7:30pm, Registered Volunteers will be emailed start time and meeting location.
Location: Log Boom Park, 6100 NE 175th St., Kenmore
Event details:
The event kicks off at 7:30 pm with music, food trucks, free activities, games, and crafts, and the fireworks show will begin at 10:00 pm. The fireworks show is 20 minutes.
Skip the Traffic—Shuttle, Walk, or Bike to Kenmore’s 4th of July Celebration!
Feel free to attend any or all of the offered training or events. Please sign up in Volgistics so we know to expect you.
MONTHLY MEETINGS
►Every Sunday, Ham (Amateur radio), RACES, 7:00pm (1900 hours) All are welcome. Join our Net on repeater: 443.725MHz; +5.0 Offset; Tone: 156.7; Narrow Band.
►Every Second Tuesday of the Month at 7:00pm: Field Ops meeting (Fire Station 51, Kenmore)
►Every Third Tuesday of the Month at 7:00pm at Fire Station 51. RACES (Amateur Radio) meeting.
Check out our MEMBERSHIP page for various categories of volunteers.
See our NEWS pages (pull-down menu items from HOME tab) to see all the fabulous activities our volunteer have so much fun doing in our community!
Check out our TRAINING page to see what NEMCo offers and what other area preparedness agencies and organizations provide to ensure our citizens are prepared for any emergency!
