Kitsap County joins regional “Ready, Set, Go!” evacuation messaging campaign
The threat of wildfire has increased across the nation, including in Western Washington. One important step in facing that threat is preparing to communicate quickly with residents and businesses if evacuation from a wildfire or another hazard is necessary. As wildfire season begins here in Washington, Kitsap County is joining forces with six other counties to highlight the regional “Ready, Set, Go!” evacuation campaign. The campaign outlines the three evacuation [...]
Prepare in a Year
Prepping for back-to-school is a great time to ALSO involve kids in preparing for the next emergency.
- BEFORE an emergency, teach your child how to dial 911
- Who’s your emergency contact? Make sure the kids know who it is and practice with them.
- Update school records and discuss emergency contact numbers with kids before they go #BackToSchool
- Review your school’s plans for tornadoes, earthquakes and other disasters
Wildfire Preparedness
Before a wildfire happens, take time to:
- Know what to do before, during, and after a wildfire.
- Learn your evacuation routes and plan to evacuate if advised by local authorities.
- Have emergency supplies in place at home, at work, and in the car.
- Check your insurance policies to ensure you have enough coverage.
- Create a communications plan with your family.
Learn more about the threat of fires in Kitsap County.
Emergency Management Talk
The field of emergency management has tons of abbreviations. To help, Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management (KCDEM) has gathered terms used in and around emergency management projects. Use this list to learn more about emergency management and get comfortable around preparedness topics.
Be Alert!
The Kitsap County Alert is an emergency notification system that helps you stay informed about the local hazards and threats that may impact you and your family.To register or update your information, click here. Sign-ups are free!
Become a Volunteer
KCDEM needs your help. Volunteers play a vital role in preparing for, responding to and recovering from an emergency situation or natural disaster. Volunteer today!
Holiday Closures
KCDEM has no scheduled closures in August.
Recent News
Phase 1 Burn Ban begins July 6 as fire danger increases
PORT ORCHARD, Wash. – The Kitsap County Fire Marshal, in conjunction with the Kitsap County Fire Chiefs’ Association, announced on July 3 that they will impose a Phase I Outdoor Burning Ban at 8:00 a.m. [...]
KCDEM Position Opening: Plans, Training and Exercise Officer
Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management is hiring a new Plans, Training and Exercise Officer. This postion oversees disaster planning, develops a training program for staff, volunteers and agency partners, and administers an exercise program [...]
May is Wildfire Awareness Month in Washington
In Washington, almost a million people live in or near the forest, including many of us in Kitsap County. Are you prepared for wildfire? May is Wildfire Awareness Month, and Washington State Department of Natural [...]
