KCDEM hosts cyber security conference May 14, 2024
Cyberattacks have increased substantially over the last decade, threatening the stability of local governments, industry, and non-profit organizations. In response, Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management is hosting a Cyber Security Conference on May 14 at the Kitsap Conference Center in Bremerton. This event is from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. and will help small business owners, non-profits and faith-based organizations take needed steps to safeguard all types of data [...]
Be Cyber Aware
Did you know cyber attacks can lead to loss of money, personal, financial, and medical information? Find resources to help stay online. #BeCyberSmart.
Cyber Security Month Round-up: Be Cyber Smart
While October may be Cybersecurity Awareness Month, one can incorporate these activities any time of the year: • To protect your accounts from getting hacked, implement multi-factor authentication. This will make your accounts 99% less likely to get hacked. • Be sure to update your software regularly. It is okay to turn on automatic updates. • Always think before you click. Many cyber-attacks start with phishing emails. Never click on links or downloads that don’t look familiar to [...]
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Stay Informed!
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 has no scheduled closures in October.
Recent News
CERT training begins March 20, 2024
The next offering of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in Kitsap County starts March 20. This nationally certified training provides community members the opportunity to learn the vital skills and teamwork essential to assist [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open Mar. 5 & 6
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Tuesday, March 5 and Wednesday, March 6. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as noted [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open Mar. 4
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Monday, March 4. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as noted for the Kingston location. [...]
