🧗 Come for the fun. Come to learn. 🧗 Take on the climbing wall challenge, then stick around to check out disaster preparedness resources and hands-on workshops for the whole family. A FREE Disaster Preparedness Fair 📍 Evergreen Rotary Park, Bremerton 🗓️ Saturday, September 19 | 10 AM–2 PM

It's a full house today at the EOC with 54 employees from Kitsap County, our cities, agency partners and KCDEM volunteers participating in Post Earthquake Safety Evaluation of Buildings training. Thank you, Behrooz (Ben) Emam, for instructing us so well!

It's Fair time! Visit our team of volunteers and receive disaster preparedness resources, along with a close up look at the new Kitsap County Amateur Radio Club Communications Van. We're here at the Kitsap Fair and Stampede each day through Sunday!

Together, we can build a stronger, more resilient community. 💙💚 Join us Sept. 19 for Ready Bremerton 2026 — a FREE Disaster Preparedness Fair hosted by KCDEM. Explore disaster preparedness resources, sit in on workshops and presentations. Activities for the whole family. All ages welcome!

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training starts September 17 in South Kitsap. Learn the vital skills and teamwork essential to assist and support in an emergency or disaster. Details and registration at kcowa.us/CERTtraining

In addition to an Air Quality Alert triggered by wildfire smoke, a Heat Advisory has been issued from 10 AM today through 10 PM Thursday. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. Advisory details and more safety tips at buff.ly/pXO38CE

An Air Quality Alert has been issued. Individuals with health concerns and pre-existing conditions should limit time outside, avoid strenuous activity, and learn how to protect one's health at KitsapPublicHealth.org/smoke

The Puget Sound region is under a Heat Advisory until July 22, 11 PM. If you're working outside be sure to stay hydrated, take regular breaks, and look for signs of heat illnesses. Heat Advisory details at: buff.ly/J1mAmyl

A house fire can grow from a small flame to a life-threatening emergency in just a few minutes. The good news? A little preparation today can make a big difference! Test smoke & CO alarms, keep extinguishers handy, and charged and create and practice an escape plan. More tips at buff.ly/3yppD4t

Today was an exciting day at our KCDEM campus as local Amateur Radio operators participated in the annual ARRL Field Day. Amateur or "HAM" Radio remains a vital and reliable way to communicate in a disaster. To join our team of radio volunteers, sign up at buff.ly/kBKeThl

Our region is under a Heat Advisory until 11 PM Wednesday. If you're working outside be sure to stay hydrated, take regular breaks, and look for signs of heat illnesses including nausea and dizziness. Heat Advisory details at: forecast.weather.gov/showsigwx.ph...

As you enjoy time outside today and this weekend, be sure to protect yourself from the heat and sun by staying hydrated, using sunscreen, wearing lightweight, loose-fitting clothing and cooling down in the shade often.

Kitsap 911 reports that 9-1-1 systems are experiencing outages in Washington state. Call 360-307-5844 if you are having difficulty reaching Kitsap 911.

This is a great time of the year to enjoy outdoor events and gatherings. Take extra measures to stay safe and limit time outdoors as a Heat Advisory is in effect Sunday 11 AM through 5 AM Tuesday. Details at: buff.ly/Wz6XAek

On hot days like today, the idea of taking a swim in one of our local lakes is so inviting. Remember, the water is cold and may result in cold water shock for people recreating in and around area waters. For more tips on water recreation safety from WA Dept. of Heath, go to: buff.ly/cqMGKYJ

Being "2 Weeks Ready" means having enough food, water, tools and supplies on hand to stay safe and relatively comfortable when you can't leave home because of a winter storm, power outage, earthquake or other emergency. Learn more on "camping at home" at: www.kitsapdem.com/get-prepared/

Gather and secure your documents! Accessing your important documents is critical in an emergency or disaster. Store them in waterproof/fireproof containers. Upload or scan digital copies on a flash drive and add it to your Go Bag. Learn more at: kcowa.us/PrepYourDocs

KCDEM will be at the Manchester Earth Day this Saturday, April 25 from 11 am - 3 pm. Our table will have helpful information and free resources to help you prepare for emergencies and disasters. The event will be held at the qa’qad Stormwater Park, 2399 Colchester Dr, E.

Be sure to visit the KCDEM table if you're attending the Developmental Disabilities Resource Fair this Friday afternoon. This event will be held at the Central Kitsap High School Satellite Gym from 4-6 pm on April 24.

We still have open spots for Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training starting May 21 in Poulsbo. Learn the vital skills and teamwork essential to assist and support in an emergency or disaster. Details and registration at buff.ly/e2xzvqN

KCDEM will be participating in a Community Preparedness Event sponsored by Frontline Preparedness this Saturday, April 18 from 10-2 p.m. at the Sunnyslope Community Club, 5830 SW Old Clifton Rd, Port Orchard, WA 98367. There's always more to learn, and we'll have some great resources for you.

If you had 5 minutes to leave your home…would you be ready? A Grab-and-Go Kit is a small rolling bag or backpack with essentials to get you through the first 24–72 hours of an emergency or disaster. Be sure it's stored where you can get to it quickly. What to include? Check out mil.wa.gov/kits

Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) training starts May 21 in Poulsbo. Learn the vital skills and teamwork essential to assist and support in an emergency or disaster. Details and registration at buff.ly/e2xzvqN

Los refugios para la clima servero del condado de Kitsap estarán abiertos el sábado 14 de marzo. Para obtener más detalles sobre los horarios y las ubicaciones, llame al 211 o visite: www.kitsapdem.com

Severe Weather Shelters are open Saturday, March 14. The shelters provide a safe and warm place for people to stay. Guests must check in before 9 p.m. Free rides to shelters are available: call 360-373-3000 before 8 p.m. Details at: buff.ly/uVLVNOJ

Correction: Severe Weather Shelters are open Friday, March 13. The shelters provide a safe and warm place for people to stay. Guests must check in before 9 p.m. Free rides to shelters are available: call 360-373-3000 before 8 p.m. Details at: www.kitsapdem.com/severe-weath...

Los refugios para la clima servero del condado de Kitsap estarán abiertos el viernes 13 de marzo. Para obtener más detalles sobre los horarios y las ubicaciones, llame al 211 o visite: www.kitsapdem.com

Severe Weather Shelters are open Monday, March 9. The shelters provide a safe and warm place for people to stay. Guests must check in before 9 p.m. Free rides to shelters are available: call 360-373-3000 before 8 p.m. Details at: buff.ly/BZKhyKU

A wind advisory is in effect until 6 AM Thursday with SW winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected. Tree limbs could be blown down and power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving, especially if operating a high profile vehicles. Secure outdoor objects.

KCDEM, along with our partners at state EMD, had a great time tonight sharing preparedness info at the Sidney Glen Elementary STEM night.