LWR CERT

Lakewood Ranch Community Emergency Response Team

LWR CERT educates our neighbors about emergency and disaster preparedness,
provides basic emergency response in support of professional responders
and provides safety support to our community

Preparedness
Hurricane & Disaster Prep

Hurricanes can be scary. Preparation is key.
Read the latest information here along with links to some of our favorite local and national hurricane resources

Public Events

LWR CERT offers free public educational events throughout the year at Lakewood Ranch Town Hall.
2024 topics will include Pet Emergency First Aid, Security & Hurricane Prep for LWR Residents.

Join Us

Join LWR CERT


There's a place for everyone in LWR CERT. Learn how you can have a positive impact on your family, your neighborhood and our community by becoming a member today

Learn More

Learn More


LWR CERT coordinates with Manatee County Emergency Management, East Manatee Fire and Rescue, and the Manatee County Sheriff's Office. Meet our Board

Our Newest Members

Class of May 2024 - Fire Truck Graduation photo
Congratulations to the graduates of the May 2024 Basic Training Course. LWR CERT is pleased to welcome 8 new members to our organization and congratulates the graduating LWR stewardship district and Manatee County residents.

LWR CERT: Neighbors Helping Neighbors
 since 2006