SERVPRO and Landmark Ford Will Host First Responder 5K
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Friday, June 12, 2015
Robby Davis, GolocalPDX Contributor
Photo via American Red Cross (image cropped)
This weekend the second annual First Responder 5k will be taking place in Tigard, Oregon.
SERVPRO of Tigard/Tualatin and
Landmark Ford will be hosting this event.
Not only will this race help support the American Red Cross Cascades Region, but it will also recognize first response agencies.
Walkers and joggers of all ages who chose to participate in this race will also have the opportunity to meet with first responders, Red Cross volunteers and experts in post-disaster property recovery.
After the 5k there will be a mini disaster preparedness fair for everyone to attend.
This event will take place at Cook Park in Tigard on June 13th. Registration is set to begin at 8am and the run/walk will kick off at 9am.
Put on your running shoes and come help support the American Red Cross!
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