Getting ready for emergencies begins with steps at home
September is National Preparedness Month. The annual observance is a great time to consider the natural and human-caused hazards that go along with living in Snohomish County, and to take steps that can help make you and the people you care about more resilient. This year’s National Preparedness Month theme is preparedness starts at home. The Ready.Gov website offers resources on how to translate ideas into actions, including tips for building an emergency supply kit and steps for creating a family emergency plan.
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We’ve again teamed up this year with The Daily Herald in Everett and other partners to assemble a disaster preparedness guide filled with information, tips and ideas to help residents stay safe in Snohomish County. A digital version of the guide is available on our website.
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Snohomish County is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan and needs your help. If you haven’t already, please find a few minutes before Sept. 30, 2025 to complete a brief online survey: https://bit.ly/snoco_hazard_survey
By answering the questions, you will assist planners in better understanding:
- What natural and human-caused hazards exist in your corner of Snohomish County.
- What hazards concern you the most.
- What hazard mitigation projects and activities should be prioritized.
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Building resilience in the community is a high priority, and Snohomish County Executive Dave Somers marked National Preparedness Month with a proclamation urging people to take action now to be ready for future emergencies. Read the full proclamation here: 2025-Disaster-Preparedness-Month
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On Oct. 16 at 10:16 a.m., Drop, Cover, and Hold On to practice staying safe when the ground shakes. Register for the Great Washington ShakeOut drill to learn more.
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Stay safe, stay informed
Make sure you can access critical information during emergencies. Sign up for SnoCoAlerts to receive emergency messages on your phone when it matters most. The signup process also allows you to create an online Smart911 profile associated with your phone numbers that can help first responders better assist you during emergencies.
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