Texas Border Business
Thanks to Hidalgo County Emergency Management and the Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office, rural county residents have access to valuable information on preparedness through a new initiative that offers trainings on personal and family preparedness.
Emergency Management Coordinator Ricardo Saldaña, under the direction of Emergency Management Director and County Judge Richard F. Cortez, sponsored a proclamation recognizing all the departments and agencies involved in the “Prepared Not Scared” preparedness trainings.
“We appreciate everyone’s part in the success of these trainings,” said Saldaña. “Participating partners in the Prepared Not Scared trainings provide an avenue in reaching, engaging, and educating rural residents in various topics such as fire preparedness, domestic violence, and the 911 operating system.”
Agencies that participated in the initiative are the Hidalgo County Judge’s Office; Hidalgo County Office of Emergency Management; Hidalgo County Sheriff’s Office; Hidalgo County Precinct 2; Hidalgo County Fire Marshal’s office; Hidalgo County District Attorney’s office; Hidalgo County Health and Human Services; Hidalgo County Community Service Agency; Mujeres Unidas; Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council; Xylem Dewatering Pumps; LUPE; ARISE and Proyecto Azteca.
Due to several devastating weather events and fire fatalities, the county continues to urge residents to become proactive in preparing themselves, their families, and their households for any emergency situation.
The Office of Emergency Management will continue holding the trainings at various locations. Please call 956-318-2615 for additional information.
