Bolivar Hosts Emergency Preparedness Fair to Boost Community Resilience
Bolivar, Missouri, hosted a free Emergency Preparedness Fair organized by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in partnership with the Bolivar Fire Department. The event offered residents hands-on training in essential disaster preparedness skills, such as fire extinguisher…
Springfield, MO, September 19, 2026 —
Bolivar, Missouri, was the site of a community-focused event aimed at enhancing resident preparedness for emergencies. A free Emergency Preparedness Fair was organized by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, in collaboration with the Bolivar Fire Department.
The fair provided attendees with practical, hands-on training designed to equip them with essential disaster preparedness skills. Among the skills offered were instruction on fire extinguisher basics, enabling participants to learn the proper techniques for using fire suppression equipment. Additionally, training in self-defense was available, offering insights into personal safety measures during critical situations. The event also featured instruction on ham radio operation, a communication method vital for maintaining contact when traditional infrastructure may be compromised.
The primary objective of the fair was to foster greater community resilience. By offering these specialized training sessions, organizers aimed to empower residents with the knowledge and abilities necessary to respond effectively to various types of emergencies, thereby contributing to the overall safety and preparedness of the Bolivar area. The specific number of attendees or the exact date of the event were not provided.
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