The Aroostook County ARES Team, had a great afternoon with the students and staff at Loring Job Corps. Members spoke on the importance of HAM Radio Communications, CERT Training and on the ARES Team itself.
Accidents happen and knowing what to do when one occurs can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth. Here are some tips for common dental emergencies: For a knocked-out permanent or adult tooth, keep it moist at all times. If you can, try placing the tooth back in the socket without touching the root. If that’s not possible, place it in between your cheek and gums, in milk, or use a tooth preservation product that has the ADA Seal of Acceptance. Then, get...
We are aware of the heightened level of stress that world events such as what is going on in Ukraine can bring to each of us. We’ve been asked, “What can we do to prepare?” While we all know that you can’t prepare for everything, taking small steps in personal preparedness can be empowering and lower stress. Here are some things that you can do and that you can share with others: Increase your cyber-awareness. This includes taking steps that...
Anyone wanting to learn more about Emergency Management or Local EMA Directors that want to excel should check into this recognition program. Feel free to reach out to us with suggestions. The Maine County Directors Council has updated their Maine Basic Emergency Manager 1 & 2 program. This is a great way for people to learn about Emergency Management and a good start for Local Emergency Managers. Get more information on the program at: https://www.maine.gov/mema/maine-prepares/plans-trainings-exercises/training/basic-emergency-training-program?fbclid=IwAR21UjXO9kMBplsQj7c9Uo36iXJOXPIpR5nX2WWSIHRNnkDMz6c2NOVMYxQ
AKEMA Office Location:
158 Sweden Street
Caribou, ME 04736
Phone: (207) 493-4328
Fax: (207) 493-4357
DIRECT PHONE NUMBERS
Darren: (207) 493-6324
Brian: (207) 493-6335
EOC: (207) 493-6360
