Emergency Preparedness
Thursday, May 25, 2023 · 4–6 pm
VSU Randolph Farm Pavilion, 4415 River Road, Petersburg, VA 23803
Being prepared in an emergency is essential to surviving natural and man-made disasters. Representatives from Chesterfield Emergency Management will explain what items are needed for emergency situations, including how to get a kit, make a plan and stay informed. Crop and animal protection options during disasters will be reviewed by the Chesterfield environmental educator. Chesterfield County firefighters and first responders will also be available to share tips on how to prevent fires around the home and farmstead.
For more information, contact James Gibson at 804-720-6826 or jegibson@vsu.edu.
If you are a person with a disability and desire any assistive devices, services or other accommodations to participate in this activity, please contact the Small Farm Outreach Program office at smallfarm@vsu.edu or call (804) 524-3292 / TDD (800) 828-1120 during business hours of 8 am. and 5 p.m. to discuss accommodations five days prior to the event.
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