Mark Wardell - Special to Salem Reporter
Born and raised in Portland, Oregon, Mark lived there most of his life before moving to West Salem in 2018. After moving to West Salem, he joined the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), a FEMA program sponsored locally by the Salem Fire Department. Currently he is the Team Leader in West Salem, and part of the CERT Advisory Group for the city. Mark writes about emergency preparedness for Salem Reporter.
COLUMN: Get ready for an earthquake with the Great Oregon ShakeOut
Mark Wardell, the leader of West Salem's Community Emergency Response Team, walks through upcoming preparedness events and food planning for emergencies.
COLUMN: Making an emergency plan for your family
Mark Wardell, the leader of West Salem's Community Emergency Response Team, walks through what your family should consider when making an emergency plan.
COLUMN: How to get “2 weeks ready” for any emergency
Mark Wardell, a Salem Community Emergency Response Team leader, walks through the steps your household should take to prepare for an emergency.
COLUMN: How to get involved in Salem’s emergency preparedness
In a new column, Mark Wardell, leader of West Salem's Community Emergency Response Team, shares tips for preparedness and information about local training.