- July 11, 2025
In response to requests from the community, Volusia County is launching the Volusia Ready Response Corps to engage and empower residents who want to help their community prepare for and recover from emergencies.
Open to adults 18 and older, the VRRC trains and mobilizes local volunteers to assist the community in preparing for and responding to crisis events. With a focus on the needs of more vulnerable residents, corps volunteers may be called upon during hurricanes, wildfires, heat waves, cold weather events, and other emergencies. Assignments could include tasks such as distributing sandbags, disseminating supplies and information, organizing and sorting resources, placing tarps on roofs, removing debris and fallen trees, mucking out homes, and supporting shelters.
Those who want to learn more are encouraged to attend the VRRC open house from 4 to 5 p.m. June 5 at the Emergency Operations Center, 3825 Tiger Bay Road, Daytona Beach. The open house will provide an opportunity to meet program organizers, ask questions, and discover how to get involved. An orientation session will immediately follow from 5 to 6 p.m. for those who choose to sign up.
Individuals and groups, such as faith-based organizations, civic clubs, schools, and community partners, are encouraged to participate. Time commitments are flexible, and volunteers are not expected to respond to every activation. Developed in collaboration with Volusia County Community Organizations Active in Disasters, the program welcomes people of all backgrounds and abilities, including those with skills in construction, truck and equipment operation, logistics, and administrative support. Volunteers receive training and safety instruction upon enrollment and before placement and will never be deployed into dangerous conditions.
Residents may also express interest or receive additional information by completing the form at www.volusia.org/VRRC, calling 386-943-7039, or emailing [email protected].
