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Emergency Management

Poulsbo’s strength has always come from its people. We are neighbors who look out for one another, a community that plans ahead, and we all have a shared commitment to keeping our city safe and thriving. Emergency preparedness is about confidence, connection, and resilience.

Our goal is simple: Let’s be a prepared community.

Preparedness turns disaster into an inconvenience. When individuals, families, and neighborhoods take small, practical steps to be ready for disruptions, such as winter storms, power outages, earthquakes, or other emergencies, we recover faster, support those in need, and protect the place we all call home.

The City of Poulsbo works year-round with local, county, tribal, state, and regional partners to strengthen Poulsbo’s readiness. But true resilience starts with you. By staying informed, making a plan, and building basic supplies, you help ensure that first responders can focus on the most urgent needs while neighbors help neighbors.

Stay Connected. Stay Informed.

We encourage every resident and business to:

  • Follow the City of Poulsbo Facebook Page for updates, preparedness tips, and real-time information.
  • Sign up for Nixle Alerts to receive official notifications from the City of Poulsbo. Sign up here or text POULSBO to 888777 for mobile alerts.
  • Register with Kitsap ALERT for countywide emergency messages and evacuation notices.

Preparedness Builds Community

Preparedness is about supplies, but more importantly, it’s about relationships.

  • Get to know your neighbors.
  • Check on those who may need extra help.
  • Take part in local preparedness programs.

A connected community is a resilient community. Together, we can ensure that Poulsbo remains strong, supportive, and ready for whatever comes our way.

Use the Prepare in a Year Program to assist you in building your level of readiness.

Be informed. Make a plan. Build a kit. Look out for one another.

That’s the Poulsbo way.

Contact Information:

Got Questions?

Dan Schoonmaker, Emergency Management Coordinator
22097 Viking Ave NW
Poulsbo, WA 98370

Phone: (564) 645-9150
Email: EMAIL

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