Emergency Preparedness

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Mentally Prepare

 

Emergencies can be a stressful and shocking time for even the most calm or experienced people. That is why it is so important that you plan ahead. By the time that disaster does strike, you should already know what to do and be ready to react quickly.

Emergency Plans
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Physically Prepare

The creation of an emergency supply kit is crucial to maintaining safety, health, and comfort during an emergency situation. In case of a disaster, you may need to shelter in place or evacuate quickly. If this happens, you will not have the time to find all your vitally important possessions or remember everything that you may need for an extended period. That is why you must create a kit ahead of time: so that when you really need, it you are ready to leave as soon as possible without forgetting important items.

Emergency Supply Kit
Secondary Supplies
Vehicle Supply Kit
Prepare Your Home
evacuation

Winterize Your Vehicle

Driving is dangerous. Despite being a mundane part of life driving can become a disaster at any moment. During the winter months this danger increases as temperature drops. Rain, snow, ice, and wind can turn a standard car trip into one with many unseen hazards. In order to protect yourself, and the vehicles around you, you should prepare yourself and your vehicle for the challenges of the season and high-risk weather events. 

See more winter weather tips at: Winter Weather Plan | City of Kent (kentwa.gov)

Battery, Coolant, and Brakes
Winter Tires
Maintain Tire Pressure
Tools
Fuel Up
Snow Driving
Chains & Autosocks