As communities around the globe emphasize the need for preparedness in unpredictable times, Rockdale County is stepping up with its own initiative to keep its residents informed and ready—the county's Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is hosting the 2025 National Preparedness Day Event on September 27, announced the agency. This educational opportunity unwraps at 9:00 a.m. at Rockdale Career Academy and is open to the public to bolster critical knowledge on tackling various emergencies, stretching from the whims of mother nature to the unpredictable outcome of technological failures.
The no-cost event, which has roped in an impressive roster of partners including Rockdale County Fire Rescue, the Sheriff’s Office, and the Conyers Police Department is set to offer a smorgasbord of activities that blend learning with real-time engagement; live demonstrations interactive presentations and myriad information booths promise a day that’s as instructive as it is engaging, ensuring attendees walk away with practical, actionable strategies for disaster resilience. The whole affair is to instill a sense of preparedness that transcends the individual and seeps into the communal fabric, proofing it against the shocks of a world ever so often reminded of its fragility.
Those who step into the halls of the Rockdale Career Academy next month can expect to interface with numerous agencies like Animal Services, the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), National EMS, and utility companies like Snapping Shoals EMC and Atlanta Gas Light, among others, each doling out expert advice to fortify the public against emergencies of all stripes. The thread that weaves through each presentation, as the announcement details, is a simple yet potent message: Know how, what, and when to prepare, so when disaster strikes, the response is not panic, but prudence.
While there is no entry fee, those intending to get a jump on disaster planning are nudged towards pre-registering online—a simple act that not only helps gauge public interest but primes the event for success. For further inquires or clarity on the smattering of sessions laid out for September 27, potential attendees can reach out to Elizabeth White at 678-641-3583 or through her email [email protected], according to the agency’s announcement.
