Preparedness expo hits casino Sept. 19

Emergency responders and community partners will join together at the Yavapai County Preparedness Expo on Friday, Sept. 19, at Cliff Castle Casino Hotel. Photo courtesy of Cliff Castle Casino Hotel

The Yavapai County Community Organizations Active in Disaster, in part­nership with the Yavapai County Office of Emergency Management and Cliff Castle Casino Hotel, will host the Yavapai County Preparedness Expo on Friday, Sept. 19 at the casino.

This free, county-wide event will bring together emergency responders, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and local businesses to showcase resources and tools available before, during and after disasters.

“Preparedness is not just about agencies — it’s about neighbors, families and busi­nesses knowing what to do when emer­gencies happen,” Yavapai County COAD board member Heather Vinson said. “This Expo provides a unique, hands-on opportu­nity for our community to connect directly with experts and walk away with actionable steps for safety.”

Event highlights include:

▪ Interactive exhibits and vendor booths featuring first responders, safety organiza­tions, nonprofits and local businesses.

▪ Preparedness classes and demonstra­tions on wildfire safety, emergency commu­nications, first aid and family readiness.

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▪ Hands-on activities for families including kids’ preparedness education, emergency kit displays and equipment demos.

▪ Food trucks and local vendors bringing community flavor and outreach.

All members of the community are invited to attend this engaging and infor­mative event, which will be held Friday, Sept. 19 at the Cliff Castle Casino Hotel in Camp Verde from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. More information and vendor registration is available at yavapaiready.gov.

The Yavapai County Community Organizations Active in Disaster is a collaborative network of nonprofits, faith-based groups, government agencies and businesses dedicated to strengthening community resilience. COAD connects resources and expertise before, during and after disasters to ensure a coordinated and effective response for all Yavapai County residents.

Staff Reporter

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