In Case of Emergency
Regardless of how much attention a hurricane or drought receives at a national level, all disasters are local to the communities affected. Through a new partnership with the Virginia Department of Emergency Management (VDEM), Extension agents in certain localities will be mobilized in the event of a federally declared disaster in Virginia.
“Having these agents in place will significantly improve the state’s ability to assess the situation and get aid to those who need it,” says Michael Cline, state coordinator for VDEM. “Their knowledge of the local area is a great resource.”
Agents will serve as liaisons between federal, state, and local officials during disaster relief activities to keep them informed of the status, needs, and any problems related to disaster recovery.
“It puts us in a spot where we can do our best,” says Jim Riddell, assistant director of agriculture and natural resources for Extension. “We are great at knowing the resources in our communities, and we are great at communicating the needs of Virginians.”
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