Rockdale County EMA to host 2025 National Preparedness Day Sept. 27

ROCKDALE COUNTY, GA– The Rockdale County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) will host its annual National Preparedness Day event on Saturday, Sept. 27, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., at Rockdale Career Academy, 1064 Culpepper Drive, Conyers.

The free, family-friendly event aims to educate the community on the importance of being proactive and prepared for all types of emergencies—including natural, man-made, and technological disasters. Attendees will have the opportunity to explore information booths, watch live demonstrations, and participate in interactive presentations throughout the day.

Partnering organizations include Rockdale County Fire Rescue, Rockdale County Sheriff’s Office, Conyers Police Department, Animal Services, the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT),  UGA Extension Service, National EMS, Snapping Shoals EMC, Atlanta Gas Light, and many more. These agencies will provide expert guidance on emergency preparedness, safety strategies, and disaster response planning.

The National Preparedness Day event is to provide the citizens of Rockdale County with information on how, what, and when to prepare in the case of a natural, man-made, or technological disaster. 

Admission is free, but participants are encouraged to pre-register online at the following link: National Preparedness Day 2025.

For more information, contact Elizabeth White at 678-641-3583 or elizabeth.white@rockdalecountyga.gov.