The Hernando County Sheriff’s Office will host two information sessions on civilian response to active shooter incidents on May 30.
The sessions, designed to enhance public awareness and preparedness, will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. and again from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Hernando County Building Department Training Room, 789 Providence Road in Brooksville.
In a press release, Sheriff Al Nienhuis said the training is part of the department’s ongoing effort to help the community prepare for emergencies. Deputies will present information from the Department of Homeland Security, FEMA and the FBI, along with videos demonstrating how to react in an active shooter situation.
“Your awareness and preparedness are as important as our training in keeping your community safe,” Nienhuis said in the press release. “There could be crucial minutes before law enforcement arrives on the scene.”
Attendees are encouraged to bring a notepad and pen for note-taking. Participants must be at least 15 years old, and firearms are not permitted in the building.
Seating is limited, and advance registration is required. To reserve a spot, visit the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office website at www.hernandosheriff.org and navigate to the News and Events section. Attendees should select either the morning or evening session when registering.
For more information, contact the Hernando County Sheriff’s Office.
