Earthquakes and volcanoes and floods, oh my! Bellevue is susceptible to many different hazards, and it can be easy to feel overwhelmed by the constant news of disasters around the globe. Fortunately, there are a lot of simple steps that you and your loved ones can take now, to be better prepared if and when disaster strikes.
Join Bellevue Fire's Office of Emergency Management to learn critical preparedness skills to become disaster ready. Preparing for emergencies can feel intimidating, but it can be a breeze with the proper tools! This training will help equip residents with the skills and information they need to be prepared, by providing quick lessons on:
- L ocal Hazards: What hazards pose a threat in Bellevue?
- F ire Safety: How do you prevent a fire from starting? What do you do if there is a fire in your own home?
- Home Safety: How do you find hazards in your home? What steps can you take now, to keep your home and family safe?
- Basic First Aid: What first aid supplies should you have on hand? What are simple steps you can do if you or a loved one are injured?
- Personal Preparedness: Where do you start when building your family’s emergency plan? What resources do you need to have on hand if a disaster occurs?
