You can Prepare in a Year for emergencies and disasters
Being prepared for disasters may seem daunting or intimidating, but it’s actually much easier than you may think. The Prepare in a Year book that is available online, is a great way to get started! The book will help walk you through 12 important steps for disaster preparedness. It’s as simple as completing one activity a month. By the end of 12 months, you’ll be much better prepared! Remember that [...]
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.
4 Steps to Keep You Cyber Safe
Cyber scams are nothing new. Every day, con artists are looking for the best “marks.” Think you’re not worth being the target of online predators? Think again! Hackers don’t need to know how much is in your bank account to want to get into it. Your identity, your financial data, what’s in your email…… it’s all valuable. And cyber criminals will cast as wide a net as possible to get to anyone they can. They’re [...]
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!
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 May 21
The next offering of Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training in Kitsap County starts May 21. This nationally certified training provides community members the opportunity to learn the vital skills and teamwork essential to [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open Feb 19-20
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Thursday, February 19 and Friday, February 20, 2026. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open Feb 17-18
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Tuesday, February 17 and Wednesday, February 18, 2026. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as [...]
