Hurricane and Severe Weather Resources for Fire Departments, EMS Agencies and 911 Centers

Severe Weather Resources for Emergency Service Organizations

By The VFIS Team on June 6, 2022

7 Tools to help your fire department, EMS agency or communication center prepare for severe weather

Natural disasters and severe weather events can bring lots of uncertainty and fear with them—and it’s not unwarranted. These storms can bring a variety of risks, and when you’re expected to continue to answer and respond to 911 calls during them—the tensions can be high. However, having carefully thought-out, written and implemented plans in place can help you better prepare for, endure and recover from these incidents.

ResponderHelp.com has a variety of resources to help you address severe weather risks, including:

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The VFIS Team

VFIS is the largest provider of insurance, education and consulting services for fire departments, ambulance and rescue squads and 911 centers in North America, having pioneered the first tailored insurance package for this industry in 1969.

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