For the grand finale of our last DART class of the series, Stephen Bishop teaches the fine art of radio communication along with a bonus segment on batteries. Believe it or not, there is a BIG difference between batteries, when to use them, and how to store them…. To learn … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: March 2014
FAKE Earthquake Message from US Geological Survey
From our friends at the US Geological Survey: USGS is aware of a letter circulating on the Internet that uses our logo and warns of an impending sizable earthquake in Southern California. USGS had no part in this letter or any alleged alert. USGS does not predict earthquakes. USGS distributes … Continue reading
Activate Conejo Fitness Fair
DART participated at the 2014 Activate Conejo Fitness Fair as part of the Public Service Sector exhibits demonstrating our skills and readiness for when a disaster strikes. After last week’s trembler, it is serves as a reminder how important it is to prepare for that inevitable major event. Preparation is … Continue reading
Conejo Valley Days is Coming!
Your Thousand Oaks D.A.R.T. members will be at Conejo Valley days in force this year. Not only will be be available for first aid and medical issues but will be assisting the community all week to understand Disaster Safety (primarily earthquakes) as well as helping you to build disaster kits. … Continue reading
Get a Kit, Make a Plan, Be Prepared, Stay Informed!
Now is the time to get prepared. From our friends at ReadyVenturaCounty, everything you need to know about creating a disaster plan is provided for you. If you have any issues, or need a focused local presentation by DART, let us know!
Be Prepared in the Event of an Earthquake
Today was yet another reminder that Mother Nature is out there and preparedness need to be in our DNA as a California resident. At roughly 6:30 this morning, residents were nudged away by a 4.4 earthquake that some say was a fore-shock. Above is a list of things to keep … Continue reading