After a video clip review of major 2011 disasters (Japan, Christchurch, Philipines, Turkey etc), Colin focused on the more local situation and his role in the preparation of generic response plans. He emphasised that the focus was on the consequences of disasters and being prepared. At a local level he used the Culter Community Council (represented By Judy Dack) as an example of a group preparing a local plan. He gave advice to them, spoke about the role of volunteers and partnership with professional bodies eg police, fire and rescue etc.etc. The local community would provide support to the professional services eg opening community facilities, providing tea and sympathy for survivors etc.
Overall the plans would provide guidance on preserving life, minimise disruption, warn and inform and promote recovery.
A lively Q&A session followed, ably handled by Colin.
The Vote of Thanks was given by David Fryer.
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This project has provided piped water supplies to the Kyakatara Health Centre in Uganda by harvesting rainwater from the Health Centre roof.
moreMembers of the Rotaract Club of Aberdeen joined with Members of the Rotary Club of Aberdeen Deeside to plant crocuses.
moreWe get support from some local organisations which we in turn support when we can.
moreWE have an active programme involving our local child and youth community.
moreRotary Aberdeen Deeside are offering Rotary Face Masks for Sale. All profits go to Rotary's 'End Polio Now'. Masks can be ordered by contacting Julien Brown at julien.brown@fabian-ltd.com and/or Ellen Smith at ellen.aberdeen@btinternet.com.
moreThe Rotary Club of Aberdeen Deeside hosted the 2018 Primary Schools Public Speaking Competition at Milltimber Primary School, Aberdeen.
moreHelp to raise funds & collect donations for Rotary Club of Aberdeen Deeside with Easyfundraising
morequiz at Deeside Golf Club
moresome links and news from other Rotary organisations
moreIn October 2013 a group from the club helped to brighten up the local Allan Park.
moreAddresses of the gardens which may be visited.
moreTime ‘n’ Talent is an initiative whereby individual members raise funds for charity by carrying out a service or providing goods. It is a re-incarnation of Churn Your Cash.
moreRCAD sponsored a Cults Academy pupil for this year's Euroscola Programme. Ross Menie reported on his experience to the club on 27 March.
moreVolunteers from RCAD at the Calendar Girls performance at His Majesties Theatre Aberdeen. The total raised by all Rotary Clubs for the Aberdeen performances was a magnificent £7,317.11.
morePresentation from Lars Foyen
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