Pine Mountain Club CERT

The beauty and vulnerability of our geography are intertwined realities. Pine Mountain Club faces unique challenges. Our Emergency Preparedness Committee has resources to help each household take proactive measures in preparation. How about helping each other when there is no other? People bond and act in amazingly selfless ways when faced with disasters. But that heightened sense of cooperation and hope can fade quickly when met with disorganization and a prolonged lack of relief. 

PMC CERT is made up of residents, who volunteer their time to train and practice so they can help people in their community when an emergency puts a strain on regular response resources. 

CERT’s ability to help in an emergency depends on the number of our trained members, the know-how they possess, the community members involved, and the skills they bring. Fully aware of the risks we may face, we’re working hard to strengthen them all through training, exercise, and greater community collaboration. 

If you’d show up when it matters, let’s meet before it does! 

CERT training sessions are free of charge and are usually held by county Fire Departments. We monitor nearby sessions frequently to inform interested residents of opportunities. In just one weekend, you'll receive the training and equipment to safely help yourself, your family, and people in your community when professional first responders are not immediately available. Send us an email if you'd like to know more. 

PMC residents who understand their expertise and know-how can be needed in the aftermath of a community wide disaster, can get in touch with us to meet our leadership team or other members willing to support and assist the community. If you are interested in learning more about how to extend your specialties through the organization of PMC CERT, send us an email at contact@pmccert.com . 

You don't have to be a CERT member, or have special skills to participate in our events and activities. There are several ways to get involved and meet our team members. Our annual Wildfire Evacuation and Great Shake-out exercises are open to all residents who may want to observe CERT operations and see how they can take part as show-up volunteers.