Basic Search and Rescue (BSAR), Feb. 24-26, Madison Co. EMA, Richmond https://t.co/04NKUSszHC Learn best practices & techniques; duties & tasks; clothing & equipment; latest search techniques. Must have appropriate dress. Questions: misty.callahan@ky-em.org, 502-607-3325

Basic Search and Rescue, Feb. 20-22, Richland FD, Girdler, KY https://t.co/04NKUSt7xa Learn best practices & techniques; duties & tasks; clothing & equipment; latest search techniques. Must have appropriate dress. Questions: misty.callahan@ky-em.org

Kentucky Urban Search and Rescue’s first in-person meeting.

Register for HazMat Tech., Rowan Co., SFRT District 9 Training Center, Morehead Mar. 9-13, 8-5 PM https://t.co/H521XNjJHU Course prepares responders to operate as certified HazMat Techs capable of managing HazMat and WMD incidents. More Info Misty.Callahan@ky-em.org

Thanks for stepping up as KYEM partners in response and recovery by donating space heaters! @Walmart donated 125 from North Carolina. @Lowes stores in Campbellsville, Danville, Somerset, London, Corbin, and Glasgow donated 25. KYEM delivered to families in need in 5 KY counties.

Register for Pipeline Security for Rural Communities in Pike County at the Pike County Courthouse Annex, Pikeville, Feb. 23, 8-5 EST https://t.co/nssAVoFiDf This is a Free, NON-KYEM training. More info timothy.saltzman@findlay.edu

Register for Risk Based Response to Battery Emergencies in Taylor County at the Campbellsville Fire Rescue Training Center, March 7, 9-5 pm EST. https://t.co/H521XNkhxs Classroom/hands-on training to prepare responders to conduct risk-based response to battery emergencies.

HazMat IQ “Above/Below the Line” Calloway Co. at Murray FD, Feb. 18, 8-4 https://t.co/H521XNjJHU IQ system: · Revolutionary 10 sec. chemical size up, · Streamlined chemical research, · Choose appropriate meters and PPE, and · Operate safely in hot zone heather.renfrow@ky-em.org

Register for the Lost Person Behavior training in Hart County. Feb-28 - Mar-1 8-6PM CST at the Hart County SAR/Hart County EM, Munfordville, KY. This class is the definitive guide to solving the puzzle of where a lost person might be found. https://t.co/04NKUSszHC

Register for the Fundamentals of Mantracking training in Jackson County. Feb-28 - Mar-1, 8-5 EST. at the Jackson Co. EOC in McKee. Course trains SAR responders how to utilize techniques to quickly and efficiently find someone or something. https://t.co/04NKUSszHC

Use Caution with Alternative Heating Sources during #WinterStorm. Use heaters with auto shut off. Plug directly into outlets, NEVER into an extension cord or power strip. Keep 3 feet from anything that burns. Turn off before going to bed. #WinterReady

NWS Offices in Kentucky Reporting Extreme Cold Will Continue. Near-Zero Temperatures and Sub-Zero Wind Chills through the Weekend. Monitor local weather and the closest NWS office, stay inside if possible, check on family and neighbors, continue to take precautions.

Register for Lost Person Behavior training in Powell Co., Sat. Feb. 21, 10-6 PM EST at the Powell Co. EOC in Stanton. Learn subject categories, behavioral profiles, up to date statistics, suggested initial tasks, and specialized investigative questions. https://t.co/04NKUSszHC

NWS Offices in KY Say Dangerous Cold Will Continue. Stay weather-aware, monitor local weather and NWS office, take precautions. Most at risk: Newborns, Elderly, People w/ chronic health conditions. What to do: Limit time outside, Wear layers, Cover exposed skin, Bring pets in.

After #WinterStorm, and before you drive again, please take a few minutes to clear all snow and ice off your car, including the roof, hood, lights, and windows. Loose snow and ice can blow onto other vehicles, block your view, and cause serious crashes. #WinterReady

Know Someone Who Needs to Warm Up during #WinterStorm? Share our KY Shelter & Warming Center Map with those who need shelter from the cold. https://t.co/yJoQdfIywT Can't find a shelter: 502-607-6665 Kentucky State Parks warming centers https://t.co/RLhZ8ysNP2 #WinterReady

Dangerously cold temperatures pose a threat to Kentuckians. If you have immediate needs that are not life-threatening during #WinterStorm, call the Disaster Call Center: 502-607-6665 FOR ANY LIFE-THREATENING EMERGENCY CALL 9-1-1 https://t.co/0q2Q1bqghM #WinterReady

UPDATE: Course POSTPONED due to Inclement Weather.

Watch out for black ice in #WinterStorm, especially on bridges and overpasses. Keep a car emergency kit in case you get stranded. Safety Tips: Reduce Speed, Increase Following Distance, Avoid sudden Maneuvers, Use Caution on Hills, If Possible, Stay Home! #WinterReady

Stay indoors and limit outdoor exposure during #WinterStorm. Cold can kill. Dress in layers. Bring in pets. Check on neighbors. Need shelter: https://t.co/yJoQdfIywT Immediate Non-Life-Threatening needs, call 502-607-6665 LIFE-THREATENING EMERGENCIES CALL 9-1-1 #WinterReady