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Good read about the Earthquake hazards we face. |
Skamania County, WashingtonLocated in southwestern Washington, Skamania County extends from the northern bluffs of the Columbia River Gorge, through the forested ridges and ravines of the Cascade Mountains, north beyond Mount St. Helens, and east to the flanks of Mt. Adams. The Department of Emergency Management (DEM) prepares for, coordinates response, logistical support, mitigation and recovery for all natural and man-made emergencies and disasters. The term emergency means a set of circumstances which demand immediate action to protect life, preserve public health or essential services, or protect property. Disaster means the situation in beyond the capabilities of the responding jurisdictions or organizations.
There are four identified phases to Emergency Management: Preparedness, Mitigation, Response and Recovery. We are always engaged in at least one of these phases; it is a continuing cycle...
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Below is information that will assist in preparing you and your family for upcoming weather events. It has links to the State's website which has additional information and flyers (in alternate languages) that will assist you in emergency preparedness - http://www.emd.wa.gov/preparedness/prep_campaign.shtml.
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Four Stages of Preparedness Denial#1 is, it won't happen. Eric Holdeman, Director of King County Emergency Management |
Pandemic Flu
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There is a great deal of information "out there" about Pandemic Flu. Some sources are more reliable than others - this website is a good source. |
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Skamania County Emergency ManagementPO Box 790 - 200 Vancouver Ave. - Stevenson, WA 98648509/427-8076 - Fax: 509/427-7555 Sheriff Dave Brown, DEM Director | John Carlson, DEM Coordinator |