Ribbon Cutting at Open House
The ribbon cutting of the KCDEM Operations & Training Center included a number of elected officials, community leaders, distinguished guests and community members. Over 150 people attended the Open House and were able to walk through the recently constructed facility. They learned about how the Emergency Operations Center works and visited with the volunteer organizations under KCDEM that help Kitsap County prepare and respond to emergencies and disasters. Thanks to [...]
Severe Weather Shelter
Did you know that Kitsap County offers severe weather shelters during extreme cold weather? Learn more about the availability of this service. Interested in helping at one of the severe weather shelters? Sign-up today to be a volunteer.
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!
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!
Holiday Closures
KCDEM will close on:
- December 25 in observance of Christmas
Recent News
Trusted Partner Network Training – June 7 & 11
KCDEM is launching a new program to help all Kitsap County residents receive important emergency notifications. While KitsapALERT is accessible for most people, we recognize that some people have a harder time receiving emergency notifications. [...]
KCDEM Open House – March 14
The public is invited to the Open House of Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management's (KCDEM) new home on Friday, March 14 from noon to 4 p.m. The Emergency Services Operations & Training Center ribbon [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open Feb 24
Due to anticipated strong winds across the region, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Monday, February 24, 2025. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as noted for [...]
