As a first responder for 33 years, it was my duty to assist individuals and families coping with emergency situations.  Unthinkable and unexpected events in life can and do occur.  That’s why it is important for each household and workplace to have an emergency plan and be equipped to deal with a disaster.  For tips and information on preparedness, please visit the links below.  As the Vice Chairman of the National Security Solutions Group, I am a committed to ensuring that the federal government can swiftly and effectively aid Americans when they need it most.


Local
King County Office of Emergency Management
The mission of this office is "to provide leadership and high-quality services that improve the safety of the public in King County."

King County Flooding Services and Information

Pierce County Department of Emergency Management
The mission of this office is as follows: Prepare Pierce County for disaster; support a system of Emergency Medical Services; prevent fires; administer the county's radio communications system and Enhanced 9-1-1 program.

Pierce County Surface Water Management

Puget Sound Energy
Puget Sound Energy encourages you and your family to get prepared to be ready to survive on your own for a minimum of three days following a large power outage or disaster.

Howard Hanson Dam
Howard A. Hanson Dam is a U.S. Army Corps of Engineers flood control dam located near the headwaters of the Green River in King County. It's primary purpose is flood control in the winter and fish enhancement in the summer.


State
Emergency Management Division
This web site is intended to inform you quickly and efficiently about the programs in public education, exercise and training, homeland security and other activities that are geared toward helping the men and women of this Division protect the lives and property of the people of the state, as well as preserve the environmental and the economic health of Washington.

Department of Transportation
Road conditions and travel advisories

Emergency Resources  


Federal
American Red Cross
Since its founding in 1881, the American Red Cross has been the nation's premier emergency response organization. Over the years, the organization has expanded its services, always with the aim of preventing and relieving suffering.

Federal Emergency Management Agency
FEMA’s mission is to support citizens and first responders to ensure that as a nation we work together to build, sustain, and improve our capability to prepare for, protect against, respond to, recover from, and mitigate all hazards.

National Weather Service

Ready.gov

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