Thurston County Emergency Management has designed a public education program to improve individual and family emergency preparedness.  We can give a short, interactive presentation on basic preparedness for emergencies to neighborhoods, organizations and other groups.

Our program will build upon the "3 Days, 3 Ways" concept: Make a Plan, Have a Kit, Get Involved!

If you are interested in more information or scheduling a presentation, please contact Vivian Eason, Thurston County Emergency Management at 360-786-5243 or email easonv@co.thurston.wa.us.

We also offer the Map Your Neighborhood (MYN) program developed by the State of Washington.  For more information, click on the above link.

If your neighborhood wants to organize a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT), we can offer the 20-hour training program.  For more information, click on the above link.

We have a variety of preparedness information on our Emergency Management Links page.

If you are interested in volunteer opportunities in emergency/disaster preparedness, please contact  The Volunteer Center at 360-741-2610.

RESOURCES

72-Hour Survival Kit-in-a-Kan - A handy resource list of items that are essential as well as those that should be considered to be self-sufficient for 72-hours in the event of an emergency. 

Out-of-Area Contacts - Out of area contact cards to assist in your family preparedness plan.  Each family member should carry a card at all times.

Emergency / Disaster Preparedness Resources - A list of vendor and local agencies with preparedness information, resources and/or supplies. 

24-Week Preparedness Calendar - A calendar detailing how to prepare an emergency preparedness kit.

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Frequently Asked Questions Regarding Thurston County's Preparedness Program

How long is the presentation?
     The presentation is approximately one hour and there will be time for questions afterward.

Who should be involved?
     Adults, kids, neighborhood groups, etc.

What is the cost?
     The presentation is offered at no cost to you.

When are you available to give a presentation?
     We are available days, nights and  weekends, and will do our best to accommodate your schedule.  Contact Vivian Eason at (360) 786-5243 to schedule a date and time.

Do you give presentations to individuals?
     We request a minimum of eight people be present for a presentation. 

Can you come to my house?
     We can come to your house and give a presentation.  Again, we request that a minimum of eight people be present.