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Washington Emergency Management Division
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Official site of the Washington Emergency Management Division. Content Guidelines: https://mil.wa.gov/social Not here 24/7 #wawx #EMGchat
Preparedness tips: https://mil.wa.gov/preparedness
Alerts: https://mil.wa.gov/alerts
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Just so you understand the structure of emergency management in our state. The county government is in charge of its emergency management agency, not the state. We really have no feedback to provide to you so please make sure you tell your county folks how you feel. Sorry I can’t be more Helpful.
December 31, 2025 at 2:41 AM
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And for anyone out there who has survived the recent flooding and you are looking for resources, please visit floodrecovery.wa.gov #wawx
Historic Flood Emergency: Financial Resources and Recovery for Washingtonians | WA.gov
Cash Assistance The Red Cross is providing food, shelter and financial assistance to those who have qualifying damage from the recent floods and storms. Register online for immediate assistance. Washi...
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December 30, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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If you're just starting on your preparedness journey, use this guide to take a step every month for the next 12 months to Prepare in a Year: mil.wa.gov/prepare-in-a...

There's free things you can do, such as creating plans and talking to family.

Find even more at mil.wa.gov/preparedness
Graphic shows a backpack and water, food, batteries and more with the words EMERGENCY KIT bolded and the phrase: Start the new year prepared. make sure your emergency kit is ready for whatever comes your way.
December 30, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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There's a lot of information on this website: mil.wa.gov/alerts.
✔️Learn how to make sure your Wireless Emergency Alerts are turned ON.
✔️OPT in to local notifications for phone & email.
✔️Learn about tsunami and volcano alerts.

These alerts are safe and you will only get important info #wawx
Graphic says Resolve to receive alerts in different ways and has a picture of a phone and a radio.
December 30, 2025 at 6:29 PM
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Oh my.
stan marsh from south park says what did you do in a bedroom
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December 25, 2025 at 5:58 AM
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We are so grateful for all of the amazing rescuers who helped come to the aid of folks who needed them and wish them the best as they return to their homes. We also know they’ll be there for our state if needed again. #wawx
A rescue boat from Washington Taskforce One
December 20, 2025 at 2:21 AM
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These range from search and rescue operations in Benton County to helicopter rescues in Chelan, Grays Harbor, Kittitas, King, Lewis, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom and Yakima counties and swiftwater rescues in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Chelan and Whatcom counties. #wawx
A National Guard truck moves through floodwaters. A helicopter rescues someone using a basket.
December 20, 2025 at 2:21 AM
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marge simpson from the simpsons is standing with her arms crossed and looking angry
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December 19, 2025 at 3:09 AM
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‘Sup Damien. We’re dealing with floods. How’s Ohio?
December 18, 2025 at 4:11 PM
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If you need help figuring out your own plan for continuing to operate without power for your home or business, find resources here mil.wa.gov/plan #wawx
Plan
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December 18, 2025 at 3:18 PM