C.E.R.T. Communications

during an emergency, effective communications is one of the greatest logistical problems.  Without effective communications, first responders, including CERTs, will not know where to respond or what to expect.  Without well-coordinated communications, an emergency response organization will be unable to effectively coordinate its resources.  Without clear communications, responders may misunderstand a situation, responding to the wrong location or responding unprepared for the actual situation.  Worse, if communications fails, first responders may find themselves in danger for which they are unprepared.