Frequently Ask Questions (FAQ)

The Northshore Emergency Management Coalition (NEMCo) coordinates mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery activities for partner agencies to minimize the impact of disasters and emergencies on the people, property, environment, and economy of the Lake Forest Park and Kenmore region.

NEMCo, its partners, and other regional stakeholders must be ready to prevent, mitigate, respond to, and recover from all threats and hazards that may adversely impact our area. Our emergency management programs must become more resilient and be focused on increasing the ability to coordinate resources and response efforts, supporting the whole community following any natural or human-caused event. We will achieve this by ensuring the implementation and maintenance of emergency management programs that develop fundamental incident management capabilities while also leveraging current and emerging technology to provide efficient response management throughout the region. NEMCo’s emergency management programs will support the coordination of thoroughly reviewed emergency management plans, a well-trained and resilient workforce across all partners agencies, an engaged and active volunteer corps, as well as an informed and involved network of regional community members and stakeholders.

Everyone is welcome. Community members can attend many meetings, training sessions, and preparedness events whether they are current volunteers or simply interested in learning more about emergency preparedness.

No. NEMCo provides training opportunities for beginners as well as experienced volunteers. Many members start with no prior emergency management background

Visit the Membership page on the website to learn about volunteer opportunities and membership categories. New volunteers can attend community events and meetings before deciding how they would like to participate.

NEMCo supports several programs, including:

• Community Emergency Response Team (CERT)

• Amateur Radio / RACES

• Field Operations

• Drone (UAS) Program

• Community Preparedness Outreach

• Training and Exercise Support

No. Any citizen can attend meetings and training. To become an active member see the membership page. We do require a backgound check and completion of some courses.

NEMCo offers preparedness and emergency response training, including:

• CERT Basic Training

• First Aid awareness

• Emergency communications

• Disaster preparedness

• Field operations

• Amateur radio training

• Drone program training

CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) is a nationally recognized program that teaches residents how to safely assist themselves, their families, and their communities during emergencies and disasters. Training includes disaster preparedness, fire safety, medical operations, and team organization.

Yes. NEMCo encourages any community members to attend training and preparedness activities even if they are not currently volunteers.

What NEMCo's webpage for announcements. Feel free to contact us if you are interested in something specific.

While NEMCo primarily serves the Northshore area, many preparedness activities, community events, and educational opportunities are open to anyone interested in emergency preparedness.