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 .
October 18th We will have a new Website.
Do you want to see it in advance Click Here.
We are still making minor changes.
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.
October Events
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Oct 13: NEMCo Steering / General Meeting, Station 51, 6pm (Steering), 7pm (General)
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Steering Meeting: 6:00 to 6:45 pm
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General Meeting: 7:00 to 8:30 pm at Kenmore Fire Station 51
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Everyone is welcome
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After a quick review of current and upcoming activities, we're diving into Winter Preparedness: Are You Ready?
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Oct 14: CERT Class #4, Team Jimmothy, Station 51, 6pm - 9pm
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Oct 15: UAS Data Team Meeting, Station 51, 6pm - 9pm
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Oct 17: NEMCo General Training (topic to be announced), Station 51, 9am - 11:30am
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Oct 20: RACES General Meeting, Station 51, 6pm - 9pm
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Oct 21: CERT Class #5, Team Jimmothy, Station 51, 6pm - 9pm
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Oct 22: UAS Flight/Pilots Team Meeting, Lake Forest Park EOC, 6pm - 9pm
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Oct 28: CERT Class #6, Team Jimmothy, Station 51, 6pm - 9pm
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Oct 31: Fifth Saturday Training, details to be announced
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Oct 31: Boo!
Dec 12 (Sat) - Community Preparedness Workshop
January 2027 - Volunteer Appreciation
Community
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.
Thank You to Everyone that Join Us!
The Community Preparedness Fair at Third Place Commons was a tremendous success, bringing together neighbors, partner agencies, and volunteers for a full day of engaging, hands-on learning. The enthusiasm throughout the event reflected our shared commitment to building a safer, more resilient community equipped with practical skills for emergencies and disasters.
NEMCo was proud to have 22 dedicated volunteers supporting the day's activities. We were also excited to welcome two new CERT trainees, who joined us at the event and are beginning their journey in community emergency preparedness.
Visitors had the opportunity to explore a variety of preparedness topics at NEMCo's educational stations, including:
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Emergency communications
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Water storage and purification
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Sanitation and hygiene
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First aid
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Emergency "go bags"
Interactive demonstrations gave attendees valuable real-world experience and included:
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Weather radio operation
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Safe natural gas shutoff procedures
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Fire suppression using a simulator generously loaned by King County
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CPR demonstrations
Special Thanks to Our Community Partners
We extend our sincere appreciation to the organizations that hosted information tables and helped make this event possible:
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Lake Forest Park Police Department
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Northshore Utility District
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King County Search and Rescue
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Shoreline Fire Department
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DART – Disaster Air Response Team (Emergency Volunteer Air Corps)
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Third Place Commons Team for their outstanding support with event planning, setup, and cleanup
A Popular Raffle and Great Preparedness Prizes
One of the highlights of the day was our preparedness raffle, which drew enthusiastic participation from attendees. Community members took home practical emergency preparedness items, including:
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Utility shutoff wrenches
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Fire extinguishers
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First aid kits
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A weather radio, awarded as the grand prize
Thank you to everyone who attended, volunteered, demonstrated, supported, and partnered with us. Events like the Community Preparedness Fair strengthen our community's readiness and resilience, and we look forward to seeing you at future NEMCo events.
Sept.23 to Nov 4th, CERT BASIC Class
Building Community Readiness
This fall, 22 community members have joined NEMCo’s CERT Basic Training course. The team meets every Wednesday for seven weeks, progressing through a structured curriculum that builds confidence and capability. Participants have already completed Unit 1: Introduction to CERT, Unit 2, and Medical Operations 1, gaining foundational knowledge in disaster preparedness, hazard recognition, and initial medical response. These early units introduce volunteers to CERT’s mission and the importance of coordinated, safe, and effective community action.
As training continues, volunteers will expand their hands‑on skills and prepare for the final practical exercises that bring all CERT disciplines together. Their commitment reflects the growing dedication to preparedness across the Northshore community.
Shoreline News: Click Here
Congratulations CERT Graduates:
Snohomish County CERT Program
Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) is a program that teaches basic disaster response skills that can help you assist your community during disaster situations. The training typically consists of 20 hours of instruction including hands on learning. Some programs provide training one night a week over a course of eight weeks while other programs offer fast track training that can be completed in one weekend.
South County Fire
Register for South County Fire – CERT Basic Training
City of Everett
Register for City of Everett – CERT Basic Training
City of Marysville
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!