Volunteers Needed: Help Support Emergency Preparedness in Clinton County

Clinton County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) is calling on community volunteers to step forward and support two vital upcoming exercises that will strengthen our ability to respond during emergencies. Whether you’ve volunteered before or are looking for a new way to give back, we have meaningful roles that will make a real difference.

Exercise #1: LEPC Tabletop – Hazardous Materials Response

📅 Date: Tuesday*, June 17, 2025 (correction)

🕗 Time: 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM

📍 Location: Blanchester area (specific site details shared after sign-up)

This exercise, conducted by the Local Emergency Planning Committee (LEPC), will simulate a hazardous materials incident involving local first responders and emergency stakeholders. Volunteers are needed to assist with:

• Food transport and setup

• Player check-in and roster support

• General exercise logistics and cleanup

• 3 volunteers are needed

Exercise #2: School Reunification Exercise – East Clinton School District

📅 Date: Monday, July 28, 2025

🕗 Time: 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

📍 Location: East Clinton High School and surrounding sites in Sabina

This large-scale exercise will simulate the aftermath of a school emergency requiring family reunification operations. Volunteers will serve in one of two key roles:

• Exercise Support Team: Assist EMA Director and exercise controllers with logistics, timekeeping, coordination, and site support. 4 Volunteers are needed.

• Reunification Center Volunteer Staff Trainees: Learn how to set up and operate a family reunification center—an important contingency capability that can support any Clinton County school district during major incidents, especially when school staff are unavailable. 10-20 Volunteers are needed.

This is an excellent opportunity to be trained in a critical public safety role that could have real-world applications in protecting our children and families.

How to Volunteer

If you are interested in volunteering for one or both of these events, please contact:

Susan Hertzmann

📞 (937) 382-6673

📧 hertzmann.susan@clintoncountyohio.us

All volunteers are required to complete a release form prior to participation. You can download the release at: www.cc-ema.org/release

Remember to confirm with Susan if you have been issued an EMA Volunteer shirt.

Community preparedness begins with people like you. Your time and effort help ensure that Clinton County is ready for whatever challenges come our way. Join us in making a difference—sign up today.