Whether it's natural disasters, pandemics, or unforeseen emergencies, being well-equipped and organized can make all the difference. These preparedness resources from local, regional and national agencies offer tips and checklists that can help you stand strong before, during and after an emergency.
Real-Time Emergency Alerts
View live updates and warnings about on-going natural disasters in Snohomish and Island Counties.
- Snohomish County Public Safety Hub
- Public Alert Resources | Snohomish County
- Alerts & Warnings | Island County Department of Emergency Services
- Alert & Warning Notifications | WA Military Division, Emergency Management Division
General Emergency Preparedness
Learn about what to do before, during and after a natural disaster to stay safe.
- Local Hazards | Island County Department of Emergency Management - The ‘Where are My Hazards’ mapping application lets you see the locations of potential hazards on Whidbey Island.
- Washington, Region 10 | FEMA.gov - Information to help you prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters in your location. Use this page to find local disaster recovery centers, flood maps and fact sheets.
- Emergency Preparedness | WA State Department of Natural Resources - Find information about what to do before, during and after an earthquake, tsunami or volcanic eruption.
- Severe Weather and Natural Disasters | WA State Department of Health – Get prepared for everything from landslides to wildfires to windstorms.
- Emergency Preparedness Fact Sheets | WA State Department of Health – Download fact sheets for a variety of situations. Available for print in multiple languages.
Preparing Children
Learn more about how to prepare and care for children before, during and after emergency situations.
- Children and Disasters | WA State Department of Health - Tips for caregivers on how to manage the emotional impact of a natural disaster. Available in multiple languages.
- Children In Disasters | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Games and activities that help children learn how to stay safe during emergencies.
- Ready Kids | U.S. Department of Homeland Security – Find information for kids, teens, families and educators. Available in multiple languages.
Supporting People with Disabilities
Learn more about emergency safety measures for people with disabilities, medical needs and/or limited mobility.
- Emergency Information for Specific Groups | WA State Department of Health - Tips for people with physical, mental and emotional disabilities and their caregivers. Available in multiple languages.
- People With Disabilities | U.S. Dept. of Homeland Security - Information for people with disabilities and their caregivers on how to prepare for an emergency. Available in multiple languages.
- Disability and Health Emergency Preparedness | Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) - Find brochures, booklets, guides and tools developed by State Health Departments across the U.S. for people with disabilities and their caregivers to prepare for an emergency.
- Disaster Safety for People With Disabilities | American Red Cross - Includes a video with an overview of general disaster preparedness and home fire safety in American Sign Language.
Caring for Pets
Learn more about how to prepare and care for your pet during emergency situations.
- Preparing Your Pet | Island County Department of Emergency Management - Information on preparing an emergency kit for pets.
- Families, Individuals and Pets | WA State Department of Natural Resources - Tips for caring for your pet before, during and after a natural disaster.
- Pets and Emergencies | WA State Department of Health - Build an emergency supply kit for your pet. Available in multiple languages.
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