Preparedness
Learn more about preparing for disasters by clicking on the headings below. To contact the Department of Emergency Management (DEM) for more information about disaster preparedness, or to invite DEM to participate in your information fair or conduct a preparedness training, please contact Sammie Keller at 425-388-5083 or email Sammie Keller.
Helping Children Cope with Disaster (PDF)
Parents, guardians and caregivers can learn ways to help children cope with the effects of disaster, as well as how to be prepared before disaster strikes.
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Personal Preparedness
Access information to help prepare yourself for emergencies.
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Map Your Neighborhood
Snohomish County's Map Your Neighborhood initiative is a pilot program that will help you answer these questions and make sure you can 'Get Emergency Action Ready' in the event of a natural disaster. Washington state's Map Your Neighborhood (MYN) program, which recognizes that during an emergency, "your most immediate source of help are the neighbors living around you."
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Disaster or Emergency Specific Information
Read about emergency preparations for events.
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Kid's Corner
Explore information for fun kid's emergency preparation games and resources.
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Business Preparedness
Review business information about staying prepared for emergency situations.
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School Preparedness
Learn how to prepare your school for emergencies.
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Specific Needs Preparedness
Read about the different specified needs for emergency preparations.
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Volcano Preparedness
Glacier Peak is an active Volcano. Are you ready for an eruption?
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Wildfire Preparedness
More and more people make their homes in areas that are prone to wildfires. You can take steps to be ready for a wildfire and prepare your home and landscaping to reduce your risk. Learn how to protect yourself and your family from a wildfire, evacuate safely during a wildfire, and how to stay healthy when you return home.