Emergency Management News

Information about available post-winter storm recovery resources can be found at wcor.us/emergency

Tenemos una lista de recursos e información sobre los impactos de las tormentas invernales a wcor.us/emergency

The declaration will help the county coordinate with partner agencies and pursue additional resources for responding to the recent snow and ice storms.

National Preparedness Month ends tomorrow! Our last topic is about preparing together and learning about resources in the community to help you prepare.

This week, for National Preparedness Month, we're focused on preparing your home and property for disaster.

This week we're focusing on how to prepare for smaller natural disasters like heat waves and wildfires. These occur more often in our area. By preparing for these, you can become more prepared for Cascadia as well.

This week we're focusing on building an emergency kit with everyone in mind! Read about additional items to add to your kit based on your and your families individual needs.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions comprised of strong winds, low relative humidity and warm temperatures are either occurring now or will shortly.

The Washington County Local Emergency Planning Committee will hold a public meeting on June 28th for the public to review and comment on the County’s updated hazmat plan.

A multiagency earthquake simulation will be held June 12th-14th to test communications and coordination across Washington County.