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 .
Are You Prepared for this summer? The Pacific Northwest and a central band of the country are favored to see less rain than usual this summer.
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.
See July 11th LFP Safety Day Pictures on our News Page
July Events
Thursday, July 16 | 9:00–11:30 AM | Woodinville High School (WHS) Summer School CERT simulation. We need 3 to 5 Volunteers to go and help with fire pit, CO₂ extinguishers and lifting/cribbing, Contact Pat D. or Danna K.
Thursday, July 16 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM | St. Edward Park Kenmore Summer Concert - Aid Tent Low-key, high-value. Staff the aid tent, get solid hands-on training, and enjoy live music while you're at it. Great entry point if you're newer to volunteering.
Thursday, July 16 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM | Station 51 Data Team Meeting Training and prep for the Flood Zone Mission, plus data handling procedures. The mission is only as good as the data behind it.
Saturday, July 18 | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Station 51 NEMCo Monthly Training - Animal Services. It is critical that if you plan to attend you Register in Volgistics. Conf.room Space is limited.
Saturday, July 18 | 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM | Station 61 Shoreline ACS Meeting - Topic TBA
Saturday, July 18 | 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Carnation, WA - UAS Flood Zone Mission The big one. A multi-drone mission with two aircraft flying simultaneously to map and identify the flood zone. Months of training, one mission. All UAS teams needed.
Monday, July 20 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM | Lake Forest Park EOC UAS Ground School Ground school for air operations. Building the foundation for every future mission.
Tuesday, July 21 | 7:00 - 9:00 PM | Station 51 RACES General Meeting - Topic FIFA World Soccer communications and challenges.
July 22, 23, 24: South Snohomish County CERT is offering Advanced CERT classes offered in Lynnwood. Classes are open to all CERT graduates but there is a class size limit so first come, first served. You may register at: https://forms.gle/WiMdDyQdSCGgwHdZ8
- July 22, optional classes are "The Art of Moulage" and "ACT First Aid & CPR/AED" with "Stop-the-Bleed" - there are 2 options.
- July 23 & July 24, you must be present both days to receive a certificate. Classes are listed in the form.
Thursday, July 23 | 6:00 - 9:00 PM | Lake Forest Park EOC - Drone Flight & Pilot Meeting Debrief on the Flood Zone Mission and prep for what's next. Review what we learned, how it went and where we go from here.
Thursday, July 30 | 5:00 - 9:30 PM (Aid Tent 6:00 - 9:00 PM) | St. Edward Park Kenmore Summer Concert - Aid Tent One more chance this month for an easy, rewarding shift. Bring a friend who's been thinking about joining.
Tuesday Aug 4 LFP National Night Out | 6:00PM to 9:00PM The event encourages residents to turn on their porch lights and step outside to get to know their neighbors and local police. NEMCo volunteers can do a ride along. Register in Volgistics.
Tuesday August 4, National Night Out: South County Fire will be at several locations and will be recruiting CERTs specifically for Mountlake Terrace. You may now register for this event at: https://forms.gle/kCxGi9VeJDAPpsDB7
Wenesday August 5 Kenmore's National Night Out celebration | 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. 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 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
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!
