In Case of Emergency: is our region prepared for natural disasters?

Seattle CityClub is a nonpartisan, 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization improving the civic health of the Puget Sound region by providing programs that bridge politics, sectors and generations to inform and engage residents and community leaders.

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Local emergency management experts discuss potential natural disasters and what we can do as a community and individuals to prepare.

The Collective Seattle

In the wake of the recent earthquake that shook our region, the relentless onslaught of climate change, with its heat domes and relentless extreme weather events, and the ever-looming &quot;wildfire season,&quot; the Pacific Northwest finds itself at the crossroads of nature&#x27;s fury. But that&#x27;s not all – in Washington, the land of breathtaking beauty, we also live under the looming shadows of volcanoes, the relentless power of tsunamis, and the watery fury of floods and landslides. So, with all these formidable forces in play, it&#x27;s high time we ask ourselves: What are the current risks we face, and just how prepared are we as a resilient community and region to confront them head-on?Join us for a conversation with local experts who will unlock the secrets of our region&#x27;s brilliantly orchestrated emergency management system. They will share invaluable insights on how we, as a united community, can fortify ourselves against the unpredictable wrath of Mother Nature. Discover what it takes to prepare for the unthinkable before calamity strikes. And, just as importantly, explore the steps we must take to emerge victorious in the challenging aftermath of a natural disaster.Brace yourselves for an insightful expedition into the world of preparedness and resilience!S﻿egments and panelists:Segment 1 - City and County Emergency Management Stratgies<ul><li>Lucia Schmit, Emergency Management Director, Snohomish County Dept. of Emergency Management</li><li>Curry Mayer, Director, Seattle Office of Emergency Management </li></ul>Segment 2 - Community and Individual Level Preparedness<ul><li>Jamie Hill, King County Disaster Program Manager, American Red Cross </li><li>Ann Forrest, Coordinator, North Seattle Hubs, Emergency Communication Hubs, Seattle</li></ul>Moderator:<ul><li>Alicia Crank, Executive Director, Seattle CityClub</li></ul>More Event Information<ul><li>The event will be held in-person at The Collective the South Lake Union neighborhood.</li><li>The formal program begins at 6:30 pm. Doors open at The Collective at 5:30 pm for networking.</li><li>Appetizers will be provided, and a cash bar is available.</li><li>Parking: Street parking may be available, and a parking garage (for paid parking) is located under The Collective via the alley off Harrison.</li><li>Bus/transit routes nearby: 62 bus line, RapidRide C-line, Route 320, SLU Streetcar</li></ul>About Civic CocktailCivic Cocktail connects elected and community leaders with the public for lively conversations about important issues facing our region. Whether you’re new to the Pacific Northwest, a self-described “civic nerd,” or looking to meet people engaged in their communities, your evening at this beloved program is sure to be friendly, fun, and fascinating. Civic Cocktail’s welcoming and conversational tone is inspired by our Dialogue Across Differences initiative. We hope you can join in person, where the conversation happens over tasty bites and festive libations.About Seattle CityClubSince 1980, Seattle CityClub is a nonpartisan, civics-focused nonprofit, providing a platform for insightful and educational conversations that include a diverse range of perspectives.About The CollectiveThe Collective is a new urban basecamp for the mind, body and soul. A vibrant, Members-only community in the heart of South Lake Union that merges dynamic space, active Members, neat programs and craveable food + beverage offerings.<h2>Thanks to our Civic Cocktail Sponsor</h2>

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