Issaquah CERT volunteers put their skills to the test at the Eastside Nasty Drill at Lake Sammamish State Park on Feb. 28, joining teams from Bellevue, Woodinville, Carnation and beyond for a late-night disaster simulation.

From 10:30 p.m. to 2 a.m., volunteers trained in real-world conditions. The drill served as a reminder that emergencies don’t wait for convenient timing.

Interested in joining this effort? Start with CERT Basic Training. The next course is scheduled for fall 2026.

(Photos courtesy of Carnation/Duvall Citizen Corps)