Emergency Management
Response
Not every person will choose to be a responder. Those who do are willing to make a commitment to the safety and security of our County.
Disaster Response includes actions people take after a disaster happens. One of the most important things people need to learn is to act, not react.
Effective action requires having:
- Knowledge
- Skills
- Training
- Commitment to Others
The Virginia Good Samaritan Law (PDF) deals with exemption of liability for people who render emergency care and obstetrical services.
Personally Respond
There are several things every person can do in response to an emergency situation, to protect the people in their households.
Respond in Your Neighborhood and Business
In addition to ensuring the well-being of one's household, people can choose to assist in their neighborhoods.
Respond Throughout the County
There are also ways people can help outside their neighborhoods, throughout Arlington County.
