Kitsap DEM
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We help the people of Kitsap County prepare for, respond to, and recover from disasters.
Counties across western WA used READY SET GO! last week. This standard evacuation alert language provided people with a clear understand of what to do as the danger grew.
The same alerts will be used in Kitsap:
- Ready: Evacuation possible
- Set: Evacuation likely
- Go!: Evacuate immediately!
The same alerts will be used in Kitsap:
- Ready: Evacuation possible
- Set: Evacuation likely
- Go!: Evacuate immediately!
December 20, 2025 at 12:44 AM
Counties across western WA used READY SET GO! last week. This standard evacuation alert language provided people with a clear understand of what to do as the danger grew.
The same alerts will be used in Kitsap:
- Ready: Evacuation possible
- Set: Evacuation likely
- Go!: Evacuate immediately!
The same alerts will be used in Kitsap:
- Ready: Evacuation possible
- Set: Evacuation likely
- Go!: Evacuate immediately!
Today is the 7th anniversary of an EF2 tornado hitting the Port Orchard area with winds up to 130 mph. While damaging homes and business, there were no fatalities or serious injuries. Photo courtesy of The Seattle Times. Learn more about tornados and staying safe at buff.ly/7fahqyD
December 19, 2025 at 12:31 AM
Today is the 7th anniversary of an EF2 tornado hitting the Port Orchard area with winds up to 130 mph. While damaging homes and business, there were no fatalities or serious injuries. Photo courtesy of The Seattle Times. Learn more about tornados and staying safe at buff.ly/7fahqyD
⚠️🍃A wind advisory is in effect until 7 PM this evening for central Puget Sound. Winds will gust up to 45-50 mph in some locations. Take time now to secure outside items before winds arrive. Tree limbs could be blown down and power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving.
December 18, 2025 at 10:26 PM
⚠️🍃A wind advisory is in effect until 7 PM this evening for central Puget Sound. Winds will gust up to 45-50 mph in some locations. Take time now to secure outside items before winds arrive. Tree limbs could be blown down and power outages may result. Use extra caution when driving.
Here are some tips to stay safe during a power outage:
Don't go near downed power lines. ALWAYS assume they are electrified. Call 9-1-1 or the power company to report.
In your home, use flashlights instead of candles to avoid fires.
Keep your freezer and fridge doors closed and limit opening them.
Don't go near downed power lines. ALWAYS assume they are electrified. Call 9-1-1 or the power company to report.
In your home, use flashlights instead of candles to avoid fires.
Keep your freezer and fridge doors closed and limit opening them.
December 16, 2025 at 1:23 AM
Here are some tips to stay safe during a power outage:
Don't go near downed power lines. ALWAYS assume they are electrified. Call 9-1-1 or the power company to report.
In your home, use flashlights instead of candles to avoid fires.
Keep your freezer and fridge doors closed and limit opening them.
Don't go near downed power lines. ALWAYS assume they are electrified. Call 9-1-1 or the power company to report.
In your home, use flashlights instead of candles to avoid fires.
Keep your freezer and fridge doors closed and limit opening them.
It's been a busy week at our Operations & Training Center. We trained agency partners on how to run an Emergency Operations Center, hosted a regional meeting for the Washington State Patrol, and provided disaster shelter training to 30 of our volunteers from the American Red Cross.
December 13, 2025 at 11:27 PM
It's been a busy week at our Operations & Training Center. We trained agency partners on how to run an Emergency Operations Center, hosted a regional meeting for the Washington State Patrol, and provided disaster shelter training to 30 of our volunteers from the American Red Cross.
Heavy rainfall this week has led to an increased threat of landslides in western WA, including Kitsap County. This threat continues with additional rainfall next week. Learn more about landslides from the WA Department of Natural Resources: bit.ly/2mtA3wn
December 12, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Heavy rainfall this week has led to an increased threat of landslides in western WA, including Kitsap County. This threat continues with additional rainfall next week. Learn more about landslides from the WA Department of Natural Resources: bit.ly/2mtA3wn
Excessive rain has triggered major flooding of rivers across western Washington. Remember to NEVER drive into water flowing over the road. Check in advance before traveling at the WSDOT real-time travel map: wsdot.com/Travel/Real-time/Map/
December 10, 2025 at 11:18 PM
Excessive rain has triggered major flooding of rivers across western Washington. Remember to NEVER drive into water flowing over the road. Check in advance before traveling at the WSDOT real-time travel map: wsdot.com/Travel/Real-time/Map/
Significant rainfall is forecast for Kitsap today through Wednesday. Urban flooding is possible. Reduce the risk by clearing blocked storm drains.
December 8, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Significant rainfall is forecast for Kitsap today through Wednesday. Urban flooding is possible. Reduce the risk by clearing blocked storm drains.
⚠️🍃A wind advisory has been issued for western WA today from 7 AM - 10 PM with winds peaking in the afternoon. The interior will see gusts of 40-45 mph. Use extra caution when driving and secure outdoor objects. Power outages may result from falling limbs.
December 8, 2025 at 3:50 PM
⚠️🍃A wind advisory has been issued for western WA today from 7 AM - 10 PM with winds peaking in the afternoon. The interior will see gusts of 40-45 mph. Use extra caution when driving and secure outdoor objects. Power outages may result from falling limbs.
Another preparedness gift idea is emergency food supplies. Many retailers sell food which has a long shelf life and is simple to prepare. Consider water storage containers made with food-grade quality plastic as a great companion gift.
December 6, 2025 at 7:30 PM
Another preparedness gift idea is emergency food supplies. Many retailers sell food which has a long shelf life and is simple to prepare. Consider water storage containers made with food-grade quality plastic as a great companion gift.
Our Winter Storm Shelter training is just a week away! New volunteers are welcome!
💠Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
💠Operations & Training Center; 8900 Imperial Way SW, Bremerton 98312
💠Register at: buff.ly/qxLV2mv
💠Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
💠Operations & Training Center; 8900 Imperial Way SW, Bremerton 98312
💠Register at: buff.ly/qxLV2mv
December 6, 2025 at 1:15 AM
Our Winter Storm Shelter training is just a week away! New volunteers are welcome!
💠Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
💠Operations & Training Center; 8900 Imperial Way SW, Bremerton 98312
💠Register at: buff.ly/qxLV2mv
💠Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
💠Operations & Training Center; 8900 Imperial Way SW, Bremerton 98312
💠Register at: buff.ly/qxLV2mv
Here's a great gift for yourself, AND for those you love: A portable radio that includes the NOAA weather band will provide not only weather updates, but also important safety information in a disaster. Some include a mix of power options including rechargable batteries, a hand crank and a solar.
December 6, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Here's a great gift for yourself, AND for those you love: A portable radio that includes the NOAA weather band will provide not only weather updates, but also important safety information in a disaster. Some include a mix of power options including rechargable batteries, a hand crank and a solar.
Wet weather adhead! After a rainy Sunday, an atmospheric river will bring heavy rainfall from Mon-Wed. The winds will be fairly calm for Kitsap with some gusts tonight and again Mon. There is a slight chance of coastal flooding with minor impacts this weekend and again midweek.
December 5, 2025 at 11:33 PM
Wet weather adhead! After a rainy Sunday, an atmospheric river will bring heavy rainfall from Mon-Wed. The winds will be fairly calm for Kitsap with some gusts tonight and again Mon. There is a slight chance of coastal flooding with minor impacts this weekend and again midweek.
Here's another preparedness gift idea: You’ll want a heat source to prepare food in the event of a power outage. A butane stove with fuel is a perfect gift for this need. Remember to use these stoves outside to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
December 5, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Here's another preparedness gift idea: You’ll want a heat source to prepare food in the event of a power outage. A butane stove with fuel is a perfect gift for this need. Remember to use these stoves outside to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning.
Consider emergency preparedness themed gift ideas this holiday season. We’ll share a handful of ideas this week. You may have difficulty using your phone in an emergency. A basic two-way radio helps maintain communication between nearby family members at home and when you travel.
December 2, 2025 at 12:30 AM
Consider emergency preparedness themed gift ideas this holiday season. We’ll share a handful of ideas this week. You may have difficulty using your phone in an emergency. A basic two-way radio helps maintain communication between nearby family members at home and when you travel.
Over 1600 people started their Thanksgiving Day at the Brermeton Foodline Turkey Trot. This fundraiser starts at Evergreen Park and promotes Food Security for All. Eight of our CERT volunteers were there providing the runners with traffic safety. Thank you CERT for giving on this Thanksgiving!
November 28, 2025 at 3:34 AM
Over 1600 people started their Thanksgiving Day at the Brermeton Foodline Turkey Trot. This fundraiser starts at Evergreen Park and promotes Food Security for All. Eight of our CERT volunteers were there providing the runners with traffic safety. Thank you CERT for giving on this Thanksgiving!
Happy Thanksgiving. Our office is closed Thursday and Friday for the holiday.
November 27, 2025 at 4:01 PM
Happy Thanksgiving. Our office is closed Thursday and Friday for the holiday.
If you're traveling over the mountains this holiday week, be sure to check the forecast (weather.gov) and pass conditions (wsdot.com/passes) before leaving. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
November 26, 2025 at 1:55 AM
If you're traveling over the mountains this holiday week, be sure to check the forecast (weather.gov) and pass conditions (wsdot.com/passes) before leaving. Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving!
A big thanks to the Seattle National Weather Service office for yesterday's overview of weather patterns anticipated this winter. This annual briefing hosted by KCDEM helps Kitsap County agencies with their planning and coordination. Over 100 people participated in the online briefing.
November 20, 2025 at 12:57 AM
A big thanks to the Seattle National Weather Service office for yesterday's overview of weather patterns anticipated this winter. This annual briefing hosted by KCDEM helps Kitsap County agencies with their planning and coordination. Over 100 people participated in the online briefing.
KCDEM welcomes new volunteers at our Winter Storm Shelter training:
💠Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
💠Operations & Training Center; 8900 Imperial Way SW, Bremerton 98312
💠Register at: buff.ly/hFCiUlF
💠Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
💠Operations & Training Center; 8900 Imperial Way SW, Bremerton 98312
💠Register at: buff.ly/hFCiUlF
November 14, 2025 at 12:30 AM
KCDEM welcomes new volunteers at our Winter Storm Shelter training:
💠Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
💠Operations & Training Center; 8900 Imperial Way SW, Bremerton 98312
💠Register at: buff.ly/hFCiUlF
💠Saturday, December 13 from 9 a.m. - 12 p.m.
💠Operations & Training Center; 8900 Imperial Way SW, Bremerton 98312
💠Register at: buff.ly/hFCiUlF
Today we celebrate Veterans Day. We remember the contributions made by the brave men and women who have served our nation as members of the United States military. Thank you for your service.
November 11, 2025 at 4:02 PM
Today we celebrate Veterans Day. We remember the contributions made by the brave men and women who have served our nation as members of the United States military. Thank you for your service.
Our CERT class this fall wrapped up on Saturday with exam day. Congratulations to the 17 participants who completed the training! CERT volunteers are trained to make a difference in their neighborhood when distaster strikes, and to work as part of a larger team of volunteers under KCDEM.
November 11, 2025 at 12:13 AM
Our CERT class this fall wrapped up on Saturday with exam day. Congratulations to the 17 participants who completed the training! CERT volunteers are trained to make a difference in their neighborhood when distaster strikes, and to work as part of a larger team of volunteers under KCDEM.
Thanks Kitsap County Sheriff's Office for the reminder that it is never drive or walk on flooded roads. You never know how deep the water is until it is too late. When in doubt, turn around. Stay safe, drive safe.
November 6, 2025 at 1:18 AM
Thanks Kitsap County Sheriff's Office for the reminder that it is never drive or walk on flooded roads. You never know how deep the water is until it is too late. When in doubt, turn around. Stay safe, drive safe.
These dark and wet days of November include the threat of flooding. This can be triggered by heavy rains, as well as coastal flooding caused by extreme high tides. This year's king tides will take place Nov 7-9, Dec 6-8 and Jan 4-6. Learn more at buff.ly/A2imU02
November 5, 2025 at 12:47 AM
These dark and wet days of November include the threat of flooding. This can be triggered by heavy rains, as well as coastal flooding caused by extreme high tides. This year's king tides will take place Nov 7-9, Dec 6-8 and Jan 4-6. Learn more at buff.ly/A2imU02
A Wind Advisory for Western Washington is in effect until 1 PM this afternoon. Tree limbs could be blown down resulting in power outages. Use extra caution when driving and secure outdoor objects. Details at: buff.ly/wf7wc4K
November 1, 2025 at 6:38 PM
A Wind Advisory for Western Washington is in effect until 1 PM this afternoon. Tree limbs could be blown down resulting in power outages. Use extra caution when driving and secure outdoor objects. Details at: buff.ly/wf7wc4K