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Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue

6 hours ago

After a major earthquake, there will be help coming for you, in the forms of first responders, and assistance coming in from all over the country – but in the immediate aftermath of a quake, you and those in your immediate community will be the first ones responding. You’ll be the ones best suited for connecting with your neighbors.

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Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue

2 days ago

This year's International ShakeOut Day is October 15, when millions of people worldwide will participate in earthquake drills at work, school, or home!

At 10:15 a.m. (local time) on 10/15, you can join millions of people across Washington practicing earthquake safety. While we encourage you to participate with everyone, you can register your ShakeOut drill for any day of the year, and drill at a time of your choice. You can also include people in multiple locations through video conferencing.

If you live or work in a coastal area, ShakeOut day is also a great time to practice your tsunami evacuation routes. In Washington, ShakeOut is also the one day of the year the tsunami sirens are tested with the actual wailing sound.

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Cowlitz 2 Fire & Rescue

4 days ago

🔥 Take Ten on 10/10! 🔥

October 10 is your reminder to take just 10 minutes to make your home and family safer.

⏱️ 10 minutes. 3 simple steps:

🚨 Test your smoke alarms — Smoke alarms should be replaced when they are 10 years old.

🏠 Practice a home fire drill — Make sure everyone knows two ways out and where to meet outside.

🎒 Check your Family Emergency Kit — Make sure you have enough supplies to keep your family prepared for at least three days.

A few minutes of planning today can make a big difference in an emergency. ❤️ ... See MoreSee Less