The Amateur Radio Emergency Service® of Fairfax County, Virginia is an organization of licensed Amateur Radio Service operators who volunteer time and resources to provide communications support when disaster strikes. The organization provides support to citizens of Fairfax County and neighboring jurisdictions, as required, to serve the public interest. Its members train, prepare and work together to develop and maintain the technical and operational skills required to ensure individual and team effectiveness in communicating under adverse conditions. The organization demonstrates and improves proficiency through public service events, public safety exercises, and emergency operations.