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Genesee County EMS and local first responders gear up for simulated active threat exercise Thursday

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Press Release:

In a concerted effort to enhance our local first responders' preparedness and response capabilities, Genesee County Emergency Management Services is collaborating with the New York State Division of Homeland Security and Emergency Services (NYS DHSES) for an Active Threat Integrated Response program.

Event Details

Program Duration: Dec. 5 - 7, 24 total hours of training Simulated Active Threat Exercise: Dec. 7, 8 am to 3 pm, 114 Liberty St, Batavia 

Participating Agencies

  • Genesee County Sheriff's Office 
  • Genesee County 911 Center 
  • City of Batavia Police Department 
  • Le Roy Police Department 
  • Genesee County Community College Security 
  • Mercy Emergency Medical Services 
  • Leroy Emergency Medical Services 
  • Town of Batavia Fire Department 
  • City of Batavia Fire Department

Please be aware of the upcoming simulated exercise scheduled at 114 Liberty St., Batavia, on Dec. 7, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The exercise will involve a simulated emergency scenario, and as a part of this training, police and EMS vehicles will be present in the vicinity. Please be aware that this activity is not a real emergency but a carefully planned simulation designed to enhance the preparedness and coordination of emergency response teams.

Special appreciation is extended to Genesee Community College staff and Ryan McDonald for their invaluable support in delivering this comprehensive program for our local first responders.

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