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Texas State Guard Training

The Center for Geospatial Technology (CGST) of the Columbia Regional Geospatial Service Center System (CRGSC) is tasked to provide quality, integrated spatial information training about the use of geospatial data, tools, maps and images to the Texas State Guard. This program provides relevant geospatial training specially designed for first responders (including emergency managers), Homeland Security directors, National Guard units, fire and police personnel, designated logistics individuals and local government employees' assigned specialized duties during emergencies. This training is being provided to the Texas State guard for use in wide area damage assessment that will focus on how geospatial activities can be used after natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods and tornadoes. This training includes ways to develop, manage and disseminate geospatial databases so critical infrastructure is maintained at an acceptable level of accuracy to carry out regular service delivery as well as provide vital data to support emergencies.

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