Thousands of ‘No Kings Day’ marches today draw anti-Trump, anti-Iran war …
Construction made getting to ATX NO KINGS challenging
Lot’s of great people here: Dazed by years of autocratic rule afoul of our Constitutional rights
Peaceful protests
Overheard -“I only came out of the closet to make room for more guns” – Vet [trans]
Well organized and powerful
RIGHTEOUS
Read “Red flare for Trump: ‘No Kings’ rallies a show of political force”
a nation with a population approaching 349 million, the participation of 8 million people means that more than one of every 50 U.S. residents joined a No Kings rally
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Get trained and work at least 40 hours before July 4, 2026, and get a $200 training stipend completing the certification class
Emergency first responder training provides essential skills in CPR, AED usage, and basic first aid to treat injuries and illnesses until professional help arrives. Courses, such as those from the American Red Cross or Emergency First Response, are available in-person or blended, with two-year certifications that meet OSHA requirements
Available Providers and Options in Austin, TX
- American Red Cross Austin: Offers in-person and blended learning options for first aid/CPR/AED certification.
- City of Austin EMS Training Center: Offers 4.5-hour American Heart Association courses, including CPR and basic first aid.
- Dive World Austin: Provides comprehensive two-day EFR courses.
- Texas Officer Training: Offers CPR, First Aid, and AED training tailored to individuals or businesses.
Texas Swift Water Rescue:
- Training & Certification: TEEX (Texas A&M Engineering Extension Service) offers NFPA-compliant training. TEXSAR (Texas Search and Rescue) provides 27-hour certification courses for rescue technicians.
- Major Training Facility: The “STORM Ranch” (Swiftwater Training for Operation and Rescue Missions) facility is under development in Harris County, designed as a major hub for flood training, including urban village flooding simulations.
- Equipment & Resources: Texas Task Force 1 maintains a large cache of equipment, including trailered boats, motors, and technical rope rescue gear.
- Regional Teams: Specialized teams operate across Texas, with high-intensity training requirements (e.g., 300-meter swim test).
- Operational Context: These teams are crucial during heavy rain events, particularly in Central Texas and during Gulf Coast hurricanes, conducting rescues from vehicles and flooded areas.
TEXSAR: Texas Search and Rescue +10
Organizations like Triad Rescue International also operate in Texas, offering specialized, multi-level swift water, and flood rescue training.
