What does the CRTF do?
When a local disaster occurs, CRTF members volunteer their time and/or resources to assist their community in whatever way they are willing to do. CRTF volunteers cook, clean, operate communications equipment, provide basic health care, shelter refugee’s, clear roads, or whatever may be needed. They typically work with and assist agencies such as local fire departments, red cross, Emergency Management Agencies or police agencies. CRTF volunteers also maintain an incident coordination team to assimilate information and coordinate CRTF response.
How can I become a member of the CRTF?
Go to the CRTF website at CRTF.net and fill out an application, call the City of Humble Office of Emergency Management at 281 446 4928, or come to a CRTF meeting at 1:00 pm on the second Friday of each month held at the Kingwood Homewood Suites on the Hwy. 59 N feeder just north of Kingwood Drive.
Who do I contact for more information about the organization?
The City of Humble Office of Emergency Management at 281 446 4928 or Email cjohnson@cityofhumble.
Do I have to have any special qualifications or belong to an organization in order to join the CRTF?
Both organizations and individuals can join CRTF. Everyone has some skill that can be utilized preparing for or responding to a disaster. Every organization has human or material resources that may be needed.
Does the CRTF provide training for it’s members?
Yes, we also provide information on various sources for training. CRTF is a network of persons and groups with highly varied skills. Many of the member groups also provide various training opportunities.
I have never been a part of any emergency response organization.
Will I need training or a certain level of expertise?
No special expertise is required. You have probably acquired most of the necessary skills through your everyday experiences. CRTF needs people who have skills working with others and are motivated. For special jobs, such as a Communications operator or Command Center staff person, special training might be required. CRTF will assist with training if you would like to participate in these operations.