Kitsap County continues “Ready, Set, Go!” evacuation messaging campaign
13-County "Ready, Set, Go!" Evacuation Campaign Urges Communities to Prepare for Wildfire Kitsap County, along with 12 other Western Washington counties and the Suquamish Tribe, is highlighting the importance of “Ready, Set, Go!” evacuation messaging as another wildfire season approaches. Emergency managers in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Clark, Thurston, Kitsap, Whatcom, Skagit, San Juan, Island, Clallam, Grays Harbor, and Jefferson counties, as well as the Suquamish Tribe, are all working together [...]
Prepare in a Year
Learn more about what you can do to be at least 2 weeks ready before disaster strikes.
KCDEM Programs
The Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management (KCDEM) runs many volunteer programs to increase the county’s ability to respond to and recover from disasters. KCDEM also runs other programs to improve emergency response. These include:
- Community Emergency Response Team: Volunteers interested in emergency response and aiding the community.
- Kitsap Auxiliary Radio Service : Amateur radio operators who provide emergency communications skills.
- Medical Reserve Corps: Retired and current healthcare workers who volunteer in emergency situations.
- Severe Weather Shelters: Volunteers who staff overnight severe weather shelters in the winter months.
Learn more about KCDEM programs.
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
The KCDEM office will be closed on Friday, June 19 for the Juneteenth federal holiday.
Recent News
Severe Weather Shelters open March 14
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Saturday, March 14, 2026. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as noted for the Kingston [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open March 13
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Friday, March 13, 2026. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as noted for the Kingston [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open March 9
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Monday, March 9, 2026. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as noted for the Kingston [...]
