The Washington County Office of Emergency Management is calling for volunteers to join the county’s Emergency Medical Response team.
David Burford, director of the local Office of Emergency Management, said they are working to grow the program, so anyone who is interested in becoming a team member is encouraged to attend tonight’s meeting, set for 6 p.m. at the Leland Fire Department, 206 N. Broad St.
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