SNAP Announcement: Get real-time emergency updates from the City of Seattle‏

Social media fans rejoice! Seattleites now have a real-time, one-stop shop for all city-related emergency updates.

 

Go to: http://alerts.seattle.gov/ to see what City departments have posted about current situations – power outages, flooding, landslides, etc.

 

Alerts.Seattle.gov is a rundown of emergency-related Tweets, Facebook and blog posts and includes links to essential resources. This blog will be especially active whenever the City activates the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) and Joint Information Center (JIC).

 

Preparedness fans: Send in a photo of the most creative item in your emergency kit. You’ll be entered to win a prize! Deadline is noon on Thursday, December 6. Go to: http://alerts.seattle.gov/2012/11/20/whats-in-your-emergency-kit-send-pictures-and-win/.

 

Also, sign up for the RSS feed for automatic blog updates.

 

For questions or comments, email: cityweb@seattle.gov

Get Ready for Fake Quake - Thursday, 10-18 at 10:18 a.m!

SNAP Announcement for Seattle Emergency Management Subscribers:

Join millions of others this Thursday as they practice “drop, cover and hold on” as part of Washington’s Great Shake Out. This will be the largest earthquake drill in U.S. history, with more than 13 million people already signed up to participate! You can be one of them. See today’s Seattle Times story for more:

http://seattletimes.com/html/localnews/2019441733_shakeout16m.html

Knowing what to do (and what not to do) to keep yourself safe is the first step to self-sufficiency! Learn more at the Seattle Emergency Management website: www.seattle.gov/emergency.

For current updates on what’s happening, go to: www.alerts.seattle.gov

SNAP October Tip of the Month

The Monthly Connection October/November 2012 Disaster ready...prepared people, resilient community

October Tip of the Month: Drop, cover and hold for Washington State’s Great Shakeout on Thursday, October 18 at 10:18 a.m. Register now for the largest drop, cover, and hold drill in history at: http://www.shakeout.org/washington

Also this month, get ready to “Take Winter by Storm” This annual, multi-media, regional campaign is bigger and bolder than ever as it kicks off on Thursday, Oct 12, 2012. That date marks the 50^th anniversary of the infamous Columbus Day storm that rocked the Puget Sound region. It was the equivalent of a Northwest hurricane with winds in excess of 100 m.p.h., rain, flooding, power outages, deaths and injuries. Weedle, of Space Needle fame, is the official mascot for the event. Look for numerous events, messages and tips throughout the winter season. Go to: www.takewinterbystorm.org for more.

Other Preparedness News:Take the Challenge – the Resilience Challenge! Funding of up to $35,000 for proposals submitted by Oct 26. This year’s emphasis: Increase Local Resiliency through Whole Community Approach. Go to: http://www.resiliencechallenge.org/ for complete information.

Winterize Your Home with HomeWise – sponsored by Seattle’s Office of Housing:
Tis the season … weatherization work is free for income-qualifying households, includes weatherstripping of doors, installation of bathroom and kitchen exhaust fans, plus insulation in the attic, walls and basement. These measures will make a home more comfortable (cooler on the hot days, warmer on the cold days), as well as reduce energy use. All HomeWise clients also receive carbon monoxide detectors, a smoke alarm and compact fluorescent light bulbs. To learn more about the Office of Housing's HomeWise Weatherization and Home Repair Program, visit www.seattle.gov/housing/homewise or call (206) 684-0244.

Take a new FEMA Course – on-line now: Learn about earthquakes and increase your resilience with FEMA’s new web-based, independent study training course, IS-325—Earthquake Basics: Science, Risk, and Mitigation. This interactive, 30-minute course presents basic information on earthquake science, the risks posed by earthquakes, and includes short quizzes to enhance interactivity and boost retention.

Red Cross Launches New Mobile App for Earthquakes: Just in time for the Great Shakeout, Smartphone users will now have information at their fingertips on what to do the next time the ground shakes. Oh, and there’s lots of good info on what to do BEFORE and AFTER too! Go to: http://www.redcross.org/prepare/mobile-apps

Check out this link from Q13 Fox News from Saturday, Sept 29 as Target and Seattle OEM Teamed up to Help 150 Families Prepare for Disasters: http://www.babywildfilms.com/uploads/Preparing_Emergency_Kits.wmv
Training Announcements:
Attention Amateur Radio fans: a Technician-level licensing course is being offered in Ballard on October 19th, 20th, and 27th. Please see this 2-page flyer for all the details:
https://dl.dropbox.com/u/17428898/Ballard%20license%20class%202012.pdf

Urban Self-Reliance Classes Set to Begin in OctoberThis is the second year Seattle OEM is teaching workshops for Seattle Public Library as they host an innovative series to broaden awareness and gain self-sufficiency on numerous topics. Contact the individual library branches for more information on what they are offering. In addition to Home Retrofit, here are the preparedness-related workshops:

Community Disaster Hub Workshop – taught by Seattle hub members!

Sat., Oct. 20, 1-3 pm, Northgate Branch Library

Creating Disaster Supply Kits for Home, Work and School

Tues., Oct. 9, 6-7:45 pm, Queen Anne Branch Library

Sat., Oct. 13, 10:30am-Noon, Broadview Branch

Mon., Oct. 22, 6-8 pm, University Branch

For a complete schedule of Urban Self-Reliance Workshops, check the Seattle Library’s Calendar of Events.

OEM SNAP and Skills Training:
The last two SNAP classes of the year are:

Thursday, Oct 18, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Lake City Branch Library
12501 28^th Ave NE, 98125

Monday, Nov 5, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Delridge Branch Library
5423 Delridge Way SW, 98106

And finally … it’s not too late to sign-up for these classes:

Earthquake Home Retrofit

Saturday, Oct. 20, 1pm – 3pm

Beacon Hill Branch Library

2821 Beacon Ave. S., 98144

Earthquake Home Retrofit

Saturday, Dec. 1, 11am – 1pm

West Seattle Branch Library

2306 42^nd Ave. SW, 98116

Light Search & Rescue
Saturday, Dec. 8, 8:30am – 3:00pm

Southwest Community Center

2801 SW Thistle St., 98126

To register, please email: snap@seattle.gov, or call: 206-233-5076. For more information, go to the Training and Events Calendar.

If you have a tip or item to share, please send it our way and you may see it in an upcoming issue: e-mail: snap@seattle.gov.

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SNAP September Tip of the Month

September Tip of the Month:  It’s National Preparedness Month – each year, we designate this month to commemorate the events of 9-11, 2001. Make a commitment to do at least one thing in September that enhances your personal level of preparedness or encourages those around you. As we have seen in disasters around the world, it is our collective effort that carries us through during disaster.

September is also Life Insurance Awareness Month – consider the tips in the article below by this month’s guest contributor, Ridge McCoy, from West Seattle:

Being prepared is smart – Protect the people you love in the event of the unexpectedWith today’s busy lifestyle, it takes a plan to get things done. Whether it’s making a grocery list, or planning a wedding, careful preparation can help you save time, money and countless headaches.

Surprisingly, though, most people don’t have a well-thought-out plan when it comes to protecting their loved ones if something bad were to happen – an unexpected illness, untimely death or perhaps worst case, disaster. Ask yourself, if the unexpected suddenly happened, how would your family do? Would your family have the financial means to remain in your home? Could your children still graduate from college? Would your dependents be able to pursue their dreams and goals? The right insurance and a proper financial plan in place can help provide some peace of mind before disaster strikes.

A knowledgeable and experienced life insurance agent can work with you to determine which type of coverage is best for you. What’s the difference between term and permanent life insurance? What type of coverage is best for your situation? Get the full picture before making a decision. Then, when you create a financial strategy, you can be better equipped for whatever the future brings. 

If you already have an agent, thank him/her for helping you plan and prepare. If you don’t, or if you haven’t reviewed your plan in the last couple of years, this may be a good time to take this important step toward family and financial preparedness.
This third-party article is provided as a courtesy by Ridge McCoy, Agent, York Life Insurance Company, (206) 718-1697 or rmccoy@ft.newyorklife.com

Guide to Financial Preparedness – As you think about your insurance needs, be sure to check out this publication from the FDIC’s Consumer News:

Look for the option to download your own PDF copy (20 MB).

Other Preparedness News this Month:Smart911 Makes its Debut in King CountyCheck out the link below and see attached Fact Sheet:
https://www.smart911.com/

The Red Guide to RecoveryCheck out this link for a plethora of preparedness resources!

http://www.theredguidetorecovery.com/

Training Announcements
Seattle OEM Training Kicks into High GearWe’re back in full swing as SNAP, Skills, CERT and Home Retrofit classes begin mid-September through early December. Demand has been extremely high, with space available for the following classes only:

Earthquake Home Retrofit

Saturday, Oct. 20, 1pm – 3pm

Beacon Hill Branch Library

2821 Beacon Ave. S., 98144

Earthquake Home Retrofit

Saturday, Dec. 1, 11am – 1pm

West Seattle Branch Library

2306 42^nd Ave. SW, 98116

Light Search & Rescue
Saturday, Dec. 8, 8:30am – 3:00pm

Southwest Community Center

2801 SW Thistle St., 98126

To register, please email: snap@seattle.gov, or call: 206-233-5076. For more information, go to the Training and Events Calendar.

Urban Self-Reliance Classes Set to Begin in OctoberThis is the second year Seattle OEM is teaching workshops for Seattle Public Library as they host an innovative series to broaden awareness and gain self-sufficiency on numerous topics. Contact the individual library branches for more information on what they are offering. In addition to Home Retrofit, here are the preparedness-related workshops:

Community Disaster Hub Workshop – taught by Seattle hub members!

Sat., Oct. 20, 1-3 pm, Northgate Branch Library

Creating Disaster Supply Kits for Home, Work and School

Tues., Oct. 9, 6-7:45 pm, Queen Anne Branch Library

Sat., Oct. 13, 10:30am-Noon, Broadview Branch

Mon., Oct. 22, 6-8 pm, University Branch

For a complete schedule of Urban Self-Reliance Workshops, check the Seattle Library’s Calendar of Events.

If you have a tip or item to share, please send it our way and you may see it in an upcoming issue: e-mail: snap@seattle.gov.

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