County buys generators for municipalities

Birmingham, Kennett, Downingtown, Coatesville among recipients WEST CHESTER — At a time when Chester County is celebrating National Preparedness Month, the Chester County Commissioners announce the availability of 188 generators, for use by municipalities in the event of a major power outage. Purchased through an Urban Area Security Initiative (UASI) grant secured by the County’s Department...

Chesco launches emergency prep Web site

The new ReadyChesco.org Website will help county residents be better prepared in the event of an emergency. WEST CHESTER — September marks National Preparedness Month and the Chester County Department of Emergency Services (DES) is launching its new website ReadyChesco.org to encourage the residents of Chester County to be prepared and know their risks. ReadyChesco.org promotes having Ready kits...