Tag: Natural Disasters
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Huge Press Coverage Cascadia Rising Drill
Cascadia Rising Exercise There was a huge amount of press coverage about the Cascadia Rising exercise – the practice for a catastrophic Cascadia subduction zone rip should get some attention! We collected links and are still adding to the list as the after action reports come in and agencies and communities put improved practices in…
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Ham Radio Operators – essential communications when all else fails
Seattle’s Auxiliary Communications Services (ACS) When a natural disaster hits, communications as we know it in the PNW region could be compromised and unavailable. Cell phones and internet service may be out! So how do we connect with emergency personnel and get help? We may be required to rely on each other…members of our local…
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New Preparedness App available
New app helps remind you to take steps to prepare for diasters The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has just released a new application for your smartphone which sends you reminders to help keep your emergency kit and plan in top shape. If you have taken the time to build your own kit and have…
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Japan Memorial Tohoku Earthquake & Tsunami
We are with you, Japan! Shout Out To Japan – Memorial Event of the Tohoku Earthquake in Japan in 2011 When: Saturday, March 12, 2016 Time: 10:00am to 1:30pm Doors open at 10:00am, event begins at 10:30am Where: Teatro Zinzanni Address: 222 Mercer Street, Seattle, WA 98109 Registration: Please register for the FREE event –…
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Updates from Neighborhoods
Neighborhoods Moving Forward On Emergency Preparedness Over the last few weeks, 2016 has started out with a bang for emergency preparedness events. Here are a couple which just happened, take a look at our calendar for events coming up. Phinney Hub Radio Net Drill Phinney Ridge Emergency Hub has been busy! They recently held a…
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Community Disaster Skills Workshop
Key Training Skills This workshop provides training on key skills needed after a disaster and more in depth instruction on key preparedness actions. Participants will rotate through four stations, with each lasting 30 minutes. This Workshop covers the following topics: -Fire Extinguisher Use -Utility Control -Building a Kit -Water Storage and Purification Date: …
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Natural Disasters – PNW Hail Storms
Be Prepared for a PNW Region Hail Storm What does that mean in Seattle?