Burleson CERT

🚨 Attention, Burleson Heroes! 🚨

September is National Preparedness Month, and it's time to channel your inner superhero! 🦸‍♀️💥 Disasters can hit faster than a speeding bullet, but with the right prep, you can safeguard your loved ones and community.

This month, we’re rolling out powerful tips and tools to keep you ready and resilient. Suit up and get prepared!

Join us for the annual Burleson Emergency Preparedness Fair!

📅 Date: September 7, 2024
🕘 Time: 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
📍 Location: Burleson Recreation Center (Brick), 550 NW Summercrest Blvd

💵 Cost: Free

Event Highlights:

Learn Essential Skills: Discover crucial preparedness techniques to ensure you and your loved ones are ready for any situation.
Interactive Booths: Engage with local organizations, emergency services, and businesses to access valuable resources and information.
Family-Friendly Fun: A FREE event for all ages!
Don’t miss this chance to connect with your community and boost your preparedness knowledge. Mark your calendars, set a reminder, and invite your friends, family, and neighbors!

Together, let’s build a safer and more resilient Burleson!

🦸‍♂️🔧💪

🚨 Attention Burlesonites and Neighbors! 🚨

Basic CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) course is starting next month! If you're eager to learn essential skills that can help you and your community during emergencies, this course is perfect for you.

Course Schedule:

09/10: 18:30 - 21:30
09/12: 18:30 - 21:30
09/17: 18:30 - 21:30
09/19: 18:30 - 21:30
09/24: 18:30 - 21:30
09/26: 18:30 - 21:30
10/03: 18:30 - 21:30
10/05: 08:00 - 12:00

Location: Station 16 Training Room
250 E Hidden Creek Pkwy
Burleson, TX 76028
County: Johnson

For more information and to sign up, visit our website:
https://www.burlesontx.com/475/CERT-Program

Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable training! Share this with your friends and neighbors. If you need more details or help with registration, feel free to message us!

Hey BTX!
Did you know that su***de rates are higher in rural areas? Burleson is no exception. QPR – Question, Persuade, and Refer – is a FREE, su***de prevention training designed to give every person in our
community the confidence and competence to help someone at risk for su***de. Parents, friends, neighbors, teachers, ministers, doctors, nurses, office supervisors, squad leaders, foremen, police
officers, advisors, caseworkers, firefighters and other community members – anyone can learn how to recognize the warning signs, offer hope and get help.

Learn about the important work of The Jordan Elizabeth
Harris Foundation and get trained in QPR while you enjoy
FREE TACOS!

As college students head back to dorms, fire safety is crucial! 🔥🏠 Start with these tips to stay safe:

-Check Smoke Alarms: Ensure smoke detectors are working and never disable them. 🚨

-Keep It Clear: Don’t block exits or fire doors; they need to be accessible at all times. 🚪

-Safe Cooking: Always stay in the kitchen while cooking and keep flammable items away from heat sources. 🍳🔥

-Don’t Overload Outlets: Use power strips with surge protectors and avoid overloading electrical outlets. 🔌⚡

-Know the Plan: Familiarize yourself with fire drills and evacuation routes. 🗺️🚪

Stay safe and smart this school year! 📚🎓

🚨 Free Basic CERT Training in Burleson! 🚨

Don’t miss your chance to join the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training next month! 🗓️ This essential course can equip you with life-saving skills to help your community in times of crisis. 🧰 Classes will be held in the evenings at Station 16 Training Room, and we still have seats available. 🪑 Sign up today and be prepared to make a difference! 🌟

Course Schedule:
09/10: 18:30 - 21:30
09/12: 18:30 - 21:30
09/17: 18:30 - 21:30
09/19: 18:30 - 21:30
09/24: 18:30 - 21:30
09/26: 18:30 - 21:30
10/03: 18:30 - 21:30
10/05: 08:00 - 12:00
Location:
Station 16 Training Room
250 E Hidden Creek Pkwy
Burleson, TX 76028
County: Johnson

Please visit our website with info on how to signup-
https://www.burlesontx.com/475/CERT-Program

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable training. Share this flyer with your friends and neighbors! If you need more details or assistance with registration, feel free to message us.

Burlesonites & friends,

With our high temperatures, staying hydrated is crucial! Drink water consistently, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Avoid alcohol and caffeine, which can dehydrate you. Eat water-rich foods like fruits and veggies. Carry a reusable water bottle, especially during outdoor activities. Take breaks in shaded or cool areas, and monitor for signs of dehydration like dizziness or dry mouth. Stay safe and cool during these hot days!

Stay hydrated, Burleson!

Heads up, Burleson! 🌞

Another scorching day is on the way, with little to no rain expected, which means wildfire risks remain high. Remember, both Tarrant and Johnson counties are under burn bans, so please avoid any outdoor burning!

From the US National Weather Service Fort Worth:
We'll start the day with pleasant morning clouds and temperatures in the 70s, but it won't last long! Expect temperatures to soar into the 90s and even reach up to 110° in some areas out west this afternoon. While an isolated shower is possible this morning, a storm or two might develop this afternoon in our southwest counties.

A Heat Advisory is in effect for most of the area, with an Excessive Heat Warning issued for much of Central Texas. Stay cool and stay safe!

Emergencies happen everywhere, so everyone needs an emergency kit!

After an emergency, you may need to survive on your own for several days. Gather food, water, and other basic items your household may need.

Get started: ready.gov/kit

🚨 Attention Burlesonites and Friends! 🚨

Basic CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) course is starting next month! If you're interested in learning vital skills to help your community during emergencies, this course is for you.

Course Schedule:

09/10: 18:30 - 21:30
09/12: 18:30 - 21:30
09/17: 18:30 - 21:30
09/19: 18:30 - 21:30
09/24: 18:30 - 21:30
09/26: 18:30 - 21:30
10/03: 18:30 - 21:30
10/05: 08:00 - 12:00

Location:
Station 16 Training Room
250 E Hidden Creek Pkwy
Burleson, TX 76028
County: Johnson

Please visit our website with info on how to signup-
https://www.burlesontx.com/475/CERT-Program

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable training. Share this flyer with your friends and neighbors! If you need more details or assistance with registration, feel free to message us.

Thank you to Kelly, Mary Jane, and Griselda for spending their day helping get items ready for the Emergnecy Preparedness Fair!

Happy first day of school to all of our Burleonite kiddos! 🎉📚 As we start this exciting new chapter, let’s keep safety front and center.

For our students, please remind them to stay alert on their way to school. Always use crosswalks and look both ways before crossing the street. Avoid distractions like phones and headphones, and never talk to strangers. 🚸

Drivers, please be extra careful in school zones. Slow down, watch for crossing guards, and always stop for school buses with flashing lights. 🛑

Parents, make sure your child’s backpack isn’t too heavy and fits well to prevent back strain. 🎒 Talk to your kids about the importance of reporting anything unusual to a trusted adult.

Let’s all work together to create a safe and supportive environment for our students as they embark on this new school year.

Here’s to a fantastic year of learning, growing, and staying safe! 🌟📖

🚸 School Zones Are Back in Effect! 🚸

With school starting this week, please be mindful of the SCHOOL ZONES in our community. Remember to:

🛑 Slow down and follow the posted speed limits.
🛑 Watch for children crossing the streets.
🛑 Avoid distractions and stay alert at all times.

Let’s make sure our kids arrive at school safely each day. Drive safe, Burleson

Our hearts go out to Sgt. Billy Randolph’s family and the Fort Worth Police Department.

The Fort Worth Police Department is grieving the loss of an officer who died in the line of duty on the morning of August 12, 2024.

Sgt. Billy Randolph, #2797, died this morning while working an accident scene.

The procession from JPS Hospital to the Tarrant County Medical Examiner’s Officer will begin at 11 a.m.

Billy was a father, husband, brother, son, and friend.
https://police.fortworthtexas.gov/2797/FWPD-2797.pdf

Burlesonites & friends, as the new school year begins, let’s keep school bus safety in mind for both kids and drivers. Ensure children are waiting safely, boarding calmly, and using seat belts if available. Drivers should always stop for buses with flashing lights and stay alert in school zones. Together, we can keep our roads safer!

Our sponsoring agency Burleson Fire / EMS Department is hiring! Details attached 🚒🧯

Basic CERT course is starting next month! Help us spread the word by sharing this flyer with your friends. If you need more details or assistance with registration, don't hesitate to message us.

Schedule:
09/10 18:30 - 21:30
09/12 18:30 - 21:30
09/17 18:30 - 21:30
09/19 18:30 - 21:30
09/24 18:30 - 21:30
09/26 18:30 - 21:30
10/03 18:30 - 21:30
10/05 08:00 - 12:00

Location: Station 16 Training Room
250 E Hidden Creek Pkwy
Burleson, TX 76028
County: Johnson

Sign up for Save a Life Saturday! This free workshop provides the knowledge and skills required for effective response to threats, how to recognize and control life-threatening bleeding, and how to perform Hands-Only CPR/AED use. Sign up today, burlesontx.com/savealifesaturday

There is no charge for this training, but class sizes are limited so make sure to sign up early.

Today is National Purple Heart Day.

Let's take a moment to honor the brave men and women who have been wounded or lost their lives in military service. Their courage and sacrifice deserve our deepest respect and gratitude.

⛑️ Come and learn essential preparedness skills that will keep you and your loved ones safe in any situation. This is a FREE community event for all ages.

Our experts will be hosting various handouts, demonstrations, and informative sessions covering topics like:

- Emergency Response Procedures
- First Aid Techniques
- Disaster Preparedness Kits
- Home Safety Measures
- Weather-related Precautions
- Community Collaboration for Preparedness

📚 Back to School Safety Reminder 📚

It's almost back-to-school time, and that means adorable first day of school pictures of your kiddos holding their special boards!

While sharing these milestone moments online are a popular trend, police warn that posting too much information can have serious consequences. Details like your child's name, school, interests, and teacher can make them targets for predators, scammers, and others looking to endanger your child, family, or finances.

Regardless of your privacy settings or friends list, it's best to keep personal information to a minimum.

Avoid sharing:
❌ School name
❌ Age
❌ Teacher's name and grade
❌ Identifying features (height, weight, etc.)
❌ Overly personal information (password hints, security question answers, etc.)

Pet and Child Safety in High Heat & Cars

In high temperatures, always prioritize the safety of children and pets. Never leave them unattended in a vehicle, even for a short time. The heat inside a car can rise quickly, leading to dangerous conditions. Ensure their well-being by keeping them cool and hydrated during your travels.

We're offering the Basic CERT course for Fall 2024 next month. Please share this flyer with your friends and spread the word. If you need more information or assistance with signing up, please feel free to message us.

Schedule:
09/10 18:30 - 21:30
09/12 18:30 - 21:30
09/17 18:30 - 21:30
09/19 18:30 - 21:30
09/24 18:30 - 21:30
09/26 18:30 - 21:30
10/03 18:30 - 21:30
10/05 08:00 - 12:00

Location: Station 16 Training Room
250 E Hidden Creek Pkwy
Burleson, TX 76028
County: Johnson

A big thank you to Officer J. Davis for being our August guest speaker on C.R.A.S.E (Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events). Your presentation was valuable information and providing us with crucial strategies to enhance our safety. We truly appreciate the time and effort you dedicated to sharing your expertise with us. Your guidance is invaluable and helps us feel more prepared and confident in handling such critical situations. Thank you for your commitment to our community!