YAPHANK, NY — Suffolk's fire officials are reminding residents the region's local fire departments and ambulance companies, which comprise of mostly volunteers, need members.
For those who may be interested in volunteering during times of emergency there are "numerous opportunities available," the county's Fire, Rescue, and Emergency Services says.
Residents can check with their local departments or ambulance companies for more information about how to become a member, and obtain free training as a firefighter or emergency medical technician.
For more information, go to https://www.suffolksbravest.com/index.html.
The county also has a Community Emergency Response Team that residents can join. To check for new training classes, call 631-852-4900 or e-mail frescert@suffolkcountyny.gov.
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