Evanston Fire Department teaches residents emergency preparedness skills [Video]

EVANSTON, Ill. – The Evanston Fire Department’s Office of Emergency Management hosted an emergency preparedness fair Saturday, equipping residents of all ages with practical and life-saving tools.

Folks from all stages of life were invited to Evanston’s Robert Crown Community Center to gain valuable information that just might save a life.

“Everybody can get a chance to learn something by the books that they have and by the other stuff,” fifth grade student Jacob Chmilenko said.

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One of the hands-on trainings offered included learning CPR.

“There are statistics out there that people are going to be more likely to have to provide that service if needed, so we want to make sure people are prepared,” Division Chief Kimberly Kull said.

First responders also showcased a drone. The technology is now used quite often when searching for someone or surveying a disaster scene. Agencies and organizations were …