NearSouthwestMRC

The Near Southwest Medical Reserve Corps of volunteers prepares for and supports the response and recovery of regional disasters and emergencies.

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

The Near Southwest Medical Reserve Corps is honored to receive the 2018 Governor's EMS Award for for Outstanding Contribution to EMS Emergency Preparedness and Response! Thank you Near Southwest MRC volunteers for making this award possible!
#NearSouthwestMRC Rocks!

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

Thaw well. Cook well. Eat well. Stay well. Happy Thanksgiving!

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

Since power outages can occur at anytime, it is good to know a fridge can stay cold a few hours if the door is left closed.

[Va Dept of Health @VDHgov]

If your power goes out, keep your fridge door closed! It will keep cold for about 4 hours unopened. https://t.co/VfYNBlZlyj https://t.co/VfYNBlZlyj

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

No one wants to spend the holidays sick. Help prevent foodborne illness by thawing the turkey properly.

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Reduce the spread of contagious illnesses with frequent hand washing using soap and water. Together we can build healthy communities!

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

Thank you Near Southwest Medical Reserve Corps volunteers and Radford University nursing students for adding a realistic component to last week’s disaster response training! #NearSWMRC

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

Rain, rain, gone away? Take this time to tip over standing water on your property. This proactive behavior will help to reduce mosquito breeding and the spread of mosquito-borne illnesses. Together we can be healthy! #NearSWMRC

[Va Dept of Health @VDHgov]

Anniversaries of a tragic event can be a difficult time. If you or someone you know is struggling with grief reactions, you aren't alone. Call 1-800-985-5990 or text “TalkWithUs” to 66746 for help 24/7 from the Nat'l Disaster Distress Helpline. Learn More https://t.co/EVmU8M2usc

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

JOB OPPORTUNITY: The Near Southwest Medical Reserve Corps Unit Coordinator position is available! If you enjoy working with diverse groups in dynamic situations check out the link below for the opportunity to lead and grow the Near Southwest MRC!
https://t.co/BW0jA5xT5Z

[CDC @CDCgov]

You are never too old for a #tetanus #vaccine. Make sure everyone in your family is up to date so they have the best protection against the serious illness commonly known as #lockjaw. https://t.co/fvhOWyU0pH

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Are you ready for the next emergency?

[Virginia Department of Emergency Management @VDEM]

Prepare your home and family by purchasing a portable generator this weekend, TAX-FREE, with a sales price of $1,000 or less, so you aren't sitting in the dark during the next power outage. https://t.co/LjimvEQlTm

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

Take note and keep yourself safe when cleaning up after floods.

[Virginia Department of Emergency Management @VDEM]

Cleaning up after a flood: Wear protective gear; throw out any food, including canned items, that were not maintained at proper temperature or have been exposed to floodwaters; air out enclosed spaces by opening all doors & windows; clean & disinfect everything that got wet; and

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

Save money building your emergency preparedness kit during Virginia sales tax holiday August 3-5, 2018!

[Virginia Department of Emergency Management @VDEM]

Mark your calendar! One week from today, Virginia's annual sales tax holiday begins. Print off your shopping list of emergency preparedness tax-free items at: https://t.co/LjimvEQlTm.

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

Near Southwest Medical Reserve Corps is awarded for its Outstanding Contribution to EMS Emergency Preparedness and Response by the @WVEMSCouncil for supporting local EMS agencies during drills, exercises, and education of #StoptheBleed & #compressiononly #CPR&AED - #NearSWMRC https://t.co/sZSvxKFhyR

[WVEMS Council @WVEMSCouncil]

Congratulations to all the 2018 Regional EMS and Healthcare Preparedness Award Winners. Here is the full version of our awards ceremony from tonight. https://t.co/ZxPMCvY5qq

[Virginia Department of Emergency Management @VDEM]

#VA Watch for #flashflooding so be ready to go to higher ground if needed. Have gas in the car and your #gobags fully stocked. Check out the @VDEM Flood Safety Guide for more info and tips at https://t.co/F0gExYfkB0

[Medical Reserve Corps @MRC_ASPR]

It's National EMS Week! We are grateful to all EMS professionals, including the more than 10,000 who volunteer with the MRC! Thank you for your strength and dedication to your communities. #EMSWeek

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Another Near Southwest MRC volunteer was interviewed during the simulated MCI exercise at Virginia Tech on Saturday. https://t.co/W5IuRzclZN

[WSLS 10 @wsls]

It was a chance for several agencies to learn from one another. https://t.co/QZAH8LoShZ

[NearSouthwestMRC @NearSWMRC]

The Near Southwest MRC assisted local responders today in a simulated mass casualty exercise at Virginia Tech. These types of role-playing events help local agencies practice a coordinated response to emergencies. @WDBJ7 interviewed one of our volunteers!
https://t.co/ckQH1iYJq5

[Medical Reserve Corps @MRC_ASPR]

3/31 is Stop the Bleed Day! Stop the Bleed encourages the public to be trained, equipped & empowered to help in an emergency before professionals arrive. Thank you to all MRCs engaged in key life-saving initiatives like Stop the Bleed, Until Help Arrives & other efforts! #NSTBD18

[CandithB @candithb]

Prepping for large-scale exercise at VA Tech’s Lane Stadium hosted by the Blacksburg Volunteer Rescue Squad - AWESOME TRAINING!! @NearSWMRC @vt_rescue #stopthebleed