Community Ambassador Program: Fire and Rescue and Emergency Management

Schedule

Wed Oct 21 2026 at 06:00 pm to 08:00 pm

UTC-04:00
Location

East Columbia 50+ Senior Center | Columbia, MD

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Join us for an informative presentation by the Office of Emergency Management and the Department of Fire and Rescue Services.
About this Event

The Howard County Department of Fire and Rescue Services (HCDFRS)

HCDFRS is statutorily responsible for administering the affairs of the county in fire suppression and prevention, fire training, arson investigation, rescue services and emergency medical services. Their mission is to maintain a safe environment and high quality of life in Howard County by educating, protecting and serving our citizens, members and visitors.

Come learn more about how the Department promotes life safety in the Howard County community, how YOU can make a safer Howard County, and opportunities for the public to participate in safety trainings, classes, and community programs.

Office of Emergency Management

Do you have an emergency plan in place? What will you do in case of a weather emergency?

OEM’s mission is to provide centralization, coordination, and facilitation of multi-agency emergency planning, training, and exercise, and to holistically minimize and reduce the impacts of natural and human-caused disasters through proactive prevention, mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery.

Come learn about everything The Office of Emergency Management offers and how YOU can be prepared in case of an emergency.

Light refreshments will be provided.


About the Community Ambassador Program

Howard County's Community Ambassador Program is a volunteer initiative aimed at equipping county residents with the tools, training, and knowledge they need to help their neighbors access vital County Government services. Since its launch in 2023, Community Ambassadors have supported and empowered hundreds of residents regarding quality-of-life issues across Howard County. If you are motivated by service and want to make a positive impact in your community, join our next session!

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Where is it happening?

East Columbia 50+ Senior Center, 6610 Cradlerock Way, Columbia, United States

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