Urban Shield

Urban Shield is a large-scale emergency preparedness and response training event that brings together law enforcement, fire departments, medical teams, and other agencies to simulate and prepare for complex disaster scenarios, such as natural disasters, terrorist attacks, or mass casualties. It aims to improve coordination, decision-making, and readiness among emergency responders. While it can enhance community safety, some critics argue it promotes militarization of police and concerns about policing practices. Overall, Urban Shield is focused on ensuring that emergency services are well-prepared to protect communities during crises.