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 .
A wildfire smoke alert has been issued for King, Kitsap, Pierce, and Snohomish counties. Air pollution is increasing due to wildfire smoke and may cause health issues. Air quality will likely reach MODERATE or UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS for most of the Puget Sound area starting Monday, August 3, 2026, and lasting for several days.
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.
August Events
CANCELLED DUE TO AIR QUALITY - Wenesday August 5 Kenmore's National Night Out celebration . The event takes place at Kenmore Town Square alongside the weekly Farmers Market. It's a free, family-friendly event where you can meet local police officers, explore emergency vehicles, and learn about community safety. NEMCo will do a tabling event, register in Volgistics.
August 6 - Time TBD - Drone Team General Meeting - Shoreline ACS presentation on Drone Detection System, Kenmore Fire Station 51
August 8 - 10:00 AM-12:00 PM - Shoreline ACS General Meeting - Topic TBA, Shoreline Fire Station 61
August 11 - 6:00-6:45 PM Steering / 7:00-8:30 PM General - NEMCo General Meeting - Volgistics update, additional topics TBA
August 11 - 4:00-10:00 PM - Shoreline Jazz Walk - Shoreline ACS providing updates
August 13 - 5:30-9:30 PM - Kenmore Summer Concert - First Aid Tent
August 15 - 9:00 AM-12:00 PM - NEMCo General Team Training - Advanced Lifting & Cribbing, Station 61
August 18 - 6:00-9:00 PM - RACES General Meeting - Station 51
August 22 - 5:00-9:30 PM - LFP Battle of the Bands - First Aid Station
August 27 - 5:30-9:30 PM - Kenmore Summer Concert - First Aid Station
August 29 - Time TBD - Fifth Saturday Training Exercise
Volgistics Link: https://www.volgistics.com/vicnet/574232/loginVolgistics Link: https://www.volgistics.com/vicnet/574232/login
August 24-29, 2026 National CERT Conference in Irvine, CA. Let me know if you are going?
Register at: https://www.nationalcert.org/2026_national_conference.php
- Pre-Conference: August 24-26
- Main-Conference: August 27-29
August 27 - September 7: Evergreen State Fair Lost Person's Booth, Monroe. Email me if you are interested so I can forward the open dates. For volunteering, you will receive a parking pass and admission to the fair. Shifts are 10:00am-4:00pm and 4:00pm-10:00pm.
September 12, Fair on 44th in Lynnwood: South County Fire will be recruiting CERTs for this event. You may now register for this event at: https://forms.gle/kCxGi9VeJDAPpsDB7
Community
Sept. 2026 Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) Build Skills, Confidence, and Community Resilience
Registration is coming soon!
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, with 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.
Congratulations CERT Graduates:
Feel free to attend any or all of the offered training or events. Please sign up in Volgistics or with the local organization 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!
