When disaster strikes the Pacific Northwest – in the form of a major earthquake, volcanic eruption or other catastrophic event – “official” help will likely be five to seven days in coming.
That means you'll need to get by on your own, possibly without power or water. You may have to deal with injuries.
The best way to handle a disaster is to have a plan, get an emergency kit and be informed.
We've put together a list of resources to help you get your family prepared:
EvergreenHealth's emergency preparedness expert, Barb Jensen, offers great tips to get your family ready for a disaster.
This program breaks down emergency preparations into 12 simple steps that you can take over the course of a year.
Information from FEMA to help you and your family prepare for a disaster
Spanish version of the Ready.gov website
Disaster planning tips from Puget Sound Energy
Disaster kits and products for purchase.
EvergreenHealth's Emergency and Safety Education classes are a great way to prepare yourself for an emergency.
AMERICAN RED CROSS CPR TRAINING
Find a class near you.
COMMUNITY EMERGENCY RESPONSE TEAM (CERT) TRAINING
Find a class near you.
Disaster Hero is a free online game designed to teach children (grades 1 through 8), parents and teachers/caregivers how to prepare for disasters. The overall goals are to ensure that players know what to do before, during and after a disaster.
