Training for Extreme Winter Storm shelters – Dec. 7
KCDEM, in partnership with the American Red Cross, is providing Extreme Winter Storm Shelter Training on Saturday 7, December, 2024. The training will be held at the the Kitsap County Emergency Services Operations & Training Center, 8900 Imperial Way SW, Bremerton from 9 a.m. – noon. This training is designed to equip local volunteers with the essential knowledge needed to activate a 24-hour disaster shelter. If an extreme winter storm [...]
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 Wednesday, June 19 for the Juneteenth federal holiday.
Recent News
CERT training begins January 9, 2025
The next offering of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in Kitsap County starts January 9. This nationally certified training provides community members the opportunity to learn the vital skills and teamwork essential to assist [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open Nov. 19
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Phase 1 Burn Ban Lifted on Sept. 20
The Kitsap County Fire Marshal, in coordination with the Kitsap County Fire Chiefs Association, lifted the Phase 1 Burn Ban at noon on Friday, Sept. 20. This decision came as cooler, wetter fall weather has [...]
