Ten Cooling Centers open August 14 – 16
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning for Bremerton and vicinity for Monday, August 14 through Tuesday, August 15. This period of hot weather will make heat related illness possible--especially in those people for whom it is difficult to escape the heat. Hot temperatures are now forecast to continue through Wednesday. On Monday, August 14, Tuesday, August 15 and Wednesday August 16 there will be ten Cooling [...]
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 Thursday, June 19 for the Juneteenth federal holiday.
Recent News
Severe Weather Shelters open Jan 28-29
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Tuesday, January 28 and Wednesday, January 29, 2025. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open Jan 27
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Monday, January 27, 2025. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as noted for the Kingston [...]
KCDEM featured on Commisssioner’s Corner
Recently, Commissioner Christine Rolfes joined the staff at the Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management (KCDEM) to learn more about who we are and what we do. The video features Director Jan Glarum providing an [...]
