KCDEM recognized at Kitsap Fire Academy graduation
The Kitsap Fire Academy celebrated the class of 2023-1 graduation on June 23. This class of recruits began their time at the academy in January and received their badges and certificates after successfully completing months of rigirous study, training and hard work. Now as graduates, they begin their professional firefighting careers for fire agencies right here in Kitsap County. Congratulations graduates! Kitsap County Department of Emergency Management supported this important [...]
Prepare in a Year
Before a disaster happens, make copies of important documents for your go bag such as:
- Birth, marriage, divorce, adoption, or child custody papers
- Passport, driver’s license, Social Security card, green card, military service identification
- Pet ownership paper, identification tags
- Wills, power of attorney, estate papers
- Insurance papers for home, renter’s, boat, vehicles
- Health insurance
- Take photos or videos of valuables as documentation for insurance claims
Learn more about how to get prepared for a disaster.
Wildfire Preparedness
Follow these tips to help prepare for wildfires:
- Prepare for a wildfire by maintaining your lawn and removing combustible debris from around your home
- Use fire resistant materials for construction, renovation, & landscaping to protect your property from a wildfire
- Don’t use anything (i.e. lawn mowers) that may create sparks outside on dry, windy days
- Clear area near your home or business of leaves, dead vegetation & other combustible debris to reduce sources of fuel
- Create three zones of defensible space around your home or business. Defensible space should be up to 200 feet from a structure.
Learn more about the threat of fires in Kitsap County.
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
KCDEM will be closed on:
- Memorial Day, May 27, 2024
Recent News
Severe Weather Shelters open Jan. 16
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open Tuesday, January 16, 2024. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. except as noted for the Village [...]
Prepare for Winter Storms
Winter storms can bring extreme cold, freezing rain, snow, ice and high winds. These conditions can create a higher risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite and more. Here are some tips from FEMA to help [...]
Severe Weather Shelters open Jan. 12-15
Due to anticipated freezing weather conditions, the Kitsap County Severe Weather Shelters are open each night Friday, January 12 through Monday, January 15, 2024. Hours of operation will be from 6:00 p.m. until 7:00 a.m. [...]
