Recent comments in /f/providence

zebrawithflowers t1_j8vyuui wrote

I've volunteered with them for years, and it's been a valuable experience. I started by attending a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) class, and got my Technician's license through them. They just held a SKYWARN class on Monday.

I've volunteered at PVD Fest and other events in the past, and also gotten training on first aid, CPR, and staffing Medical Points of Distribution among other things.

Some volunteers also work for other towns' public safety departments, but some of us have day jobs outside the field. I recommend it if you have the time!

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Jalil29 t1_j8vimwq wrote

How far or long is it by bicycle if you can commute to it?

Seems like going by the spin boundary limits it seems to be appropriately 30 minutes from the movies assuming your within Providence.

I imagine for a phobia, you might want to avoid the situation, (but cheaper parking at least?)

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iandavid t1_j8vfnpi wrote

When the mall first opened there was a service entrance to the food court from the top level of the garage on the Macy’s side. Too many people must’ve caught onto its existence, because it’s gone now.

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Proof-Variation7005 t1_j8v47px wrote

I’ve done a college radio show and I’m eager to play Kyuss tracks and go outside to smoke to keep the people of providence safe if the worst happens. I’m also qualified at coming back into the studio stoned, semi accurately reading off the time, and then playing a PSA about the dangers of oncoming trains.

HOW CAN I HELP. WHERE DO I SIGN UP

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DDeast t1_j8v0b7s wrote

I don’t volunteer with them but have had the chance to interact with their director and leadership. Fantastic people and a nation-leading example of local-focused preparation and emergency management. If you’ve got the time, they would be a great group to work with (IMHO).

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CurveMassive OP t1_j8ux3nb wrote

Thanks this was all really helpful! For me it’s the fact that the mall is split and navigating it is a nightmare. I just need to feel like I know how to get back to my car. Parking on the roof on the north side near boscov’s is the key!

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