Emergency Preparedness Information

FEMA – Federal Emergency Management Administration

FEMA’s site is home to a variety of emergency preparedness resources, including regional contacts for specific disaster types, the National Preparedness Resource Library, the locations of Disaster Recovery Centers, training resources, and much more.

Emergency Management Division – Washington Military Department

The Emergency Management Division of the Washington Military Department manages the State Emergency Operations Center located on Camp Murray near Tacoma.  Their website includes information about emergency preparedness, disaster recovery assistance, and training and exercise information.

Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management

The Jefferson County Department of Emergency Management’s website includes resources for emergency preparedness and planning specific to Jefferson County, a library of emergency management information and resources, details regarding the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), and you can subscribe to receive emergency alerts via text message.

East Jefferson Fire Rescue

East Jefferson Fire Rescue’s emergency preparedness page includes emergency checklists, preparedness information regarding earthquakes and tsunamis, and details regarding the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) and Student Emergency Response Team (SERT).

Nixle

Nixle is a text service that provides up-to-date information from your local schools and public safety agencies regarding severe weather, criminal activities, severe traffic, missing persons, and local events. 

Starting and Growing a Neighborhood Watch Program

Neighborhood Watch programs help keep neighborhoods and communities safe. Starting your own crime prevention program—or reviving one that’s already been started in your neighborhood—can reduce crime in your area and give you a greater sense of security, and can even help improve your property’s value.