Welcome to M.O.D.

We are currently onboarding for the spring 2026 cohort.

Seattle ACS Micromobility Operational Detachments is a new approach to community based disaster response. Coming out of lessons learned from the 2011 Japan Tsunami and the 2017 Mexico City Earthquake. As a region that will suffer catastrophic roadway damage in the event of a major disaster, We are applying the learned experiences from these past events to create a resilience network within the city of Seattle.

Training with MOD is a moderate commitment. We are looking for persons willing and able to join 6 person teams that will be distributed throughout the city and will assist the City of Seattle Auxiliary Communications Service in stabilizing communication and reconnoitering damage after a major disruption event.

Requirements:

  • Competent Cyclist, topping the 7 hills of Seattle in less than 4 hours
  • Willing to commit to training one Sunday a month
  • Attending one 90 minute meeting month
  • Interest in learning new skills
  • Completion of ICS certificates and obtaining a GMRS radio license

Opportunities:

  • Bike rides with incredibly exciting outdoor components
  • Monthly Learning Seminars
  • Neigborhood cohort to aid in disaster networking

Skills Subject Matter

  • Emergency first aid
  • Rigging and low angle rescue
  • Route-finding
  • Full spectrum communications
  • Urban survival skills

Interested?
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