Source: The Signal
Date: 04/17/2026 6:21pm

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Friendly Valley Emergency Preparedness Group Hosts Disaster Expo to Boost Community Readiness
Friendly Valley’s Emergency Preparedness Community hosted a disaster expo to help educate residents of the senior living community on how to respond to major emergencies. Leaders say the group, officially formed in 2024, has developed a coordinated disaster plan, organized drills and built a communication network using walkie talkies and ham radios to better protect vulnerable residents who may need to shelter in place. Organizers hope the effort will ensure the community can quickly mobilize and communicate with local authorities during a crisis.

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