WashCo Safety

06/18/2026

🌫️ Smoke is in the air. Are you prepared?

Wildfires don't have to be in your neighborhood to impact your community. Smoke can travel long distances, affecting visibility, air quality, and daily activities.

Now is the time to:

✅ Review your family emergency plan
✅ Build or update your go-kit
✅ Sign up for emergency alerts at 911register.com
✅ Know your evacuation zone at protect.genasys.com
✅ Create defensible space around your home
✅ Monitor local fire conditions and air quality

Preparation today can help you respond quickly if conditions change tomorrow.

Stay informed. Stay prepared. Stay safe.

06/16/2026

READY. SET. GO.

Let's review:

🟢 READY
Register for alerts.
Know your zone.
Build a Go Kit.

🟡 SET
Stay informed.
Monitor conditions.
Prepare to leave.

🔴 GO
Leave early.
Follow official instructions.
Stay safe.

Wildfire preparedness isn't about fear—it's about readiness.

Visit:
911register.com

and

protect.genasys.com

to take the first steps today.

Together, we can build a safer, more resilient Washington County.

06/15/2026

GO

If evacuation is ordered, every minute matters.

When it's time to GO:

✔ Leave immediately when directed
✔ Take your Go Kit
✔ Follow designated evacuation routes
✔ Stay informed through official sources
✔ Cooperate with emergency responders

Don't wait until it's too late.

Leave early. Stay safe.

06/14/2026

SET

A wildfire may not be at your doorstep, but conditions can change quickly.

Now is the time to:

✔ Keep your Go Kit accessible
✔ Review your evacuation plan
✔ Prepare pets and livestock
✔ Monitor weather conditions and emergency notifications
✔ Stay aware of changing fire conditions

Being SET means you're ready to act when conditions change.

Stay alert. Stay informed. Stay SET.

06/13/2026

☀️ Summer is a great time to enjoy everything Washington County has to offer—but hot weather brings additional risks.

Whether you're hiking, camping, working outdoors, or spending time with family, remember to practice a few simple safety habits:

💧 Stay hydrated
🧴 Wear sunscreen
🐾 Protect pets from hot pavement and heat exposure
📱 Carry a charged phone
🥾 Tell someone where you're going
🔥 Follow fire safety practices and local restrictions

Hot temperatures can impact people, pets, and our outdoor spaces. Taking a few extra precautions can help ensure everyone enjoys a safe summer.

Stay Safe. Stay Hydrated. Stay Aware.

06/13/2026

READY

Preparation starts long before an emergency.

Take a few minutes today to:

✔ Register for emergency alerts at 911register.com
✔ Find your evacuation zone at protect.genasys.com
✔ Build a Go Kit with medications, important documents, and emergency supplies
✔ Create defensible space around your home

Wildfires don't wait. Neither should your preparedness.

Know your zone. Build your plan. Be READY.

06/13/2026

☀️ HOT DAYS. HIGH FIRE RISK. 🔥

As temperatures rise across Washington County, so does the risk of wildfire.

Even without a Red Flag Warning, hot weather and dry vegetation can create conditions where a single spark can quickly become a wildfire.

Help reduce the risk by taking a few simple precautions:

🚗 Avoid parking on dry grass
🔗 Secure trailer chains
🚬 Properly dispose of smoking materials
🔥 Follow campfire restrictions
🏕️ Never leave a fire unattended

Remember: One spark. One careless moment. One wildfire.

Enjoy the outdoors responsibly and help protect our communities, public lands, and first responders.

06/12/2026

READY. SET. GO.

Wildfires can spread quickly, leaving little time to react. The best time to prepare is before smoke is visible.

Washington County Emergency Services encourages every resident to follow three simple steps:

🟢 READY – Prepare before fire threatens
🟡 SET – Stay alert and be prepared to leave
🔴 GO – Leave early when directed

Start today:

✔ Register for emergency alerts at 911register.com
✔ Know your evacuation zone at protect.genasys.com
✔ Build a Go Kit
✔ Create a family evacuation plan

Being prepared today can make all the difference tomorrow.

06/07/2026

🚨 Community Update Following the Fire at Bella Vista Apartments🚨

Our thoughts are with everyone impacted. We recognize that many families are facing difficult circumstances as they work through the immediate aftermath of this event.

At this time, the American Red Cross is actively working to secure temporary housing and support services for displaced residents. Community members wishing to help are encouraged to hold off on taking donations to the Red Cross Offices until official needs have been identified.

Please stay tuned to updates from the American Red Cross and local emergency management agencies for information on future donation opportunities and volunteer needs.

The most helpful thing you can do right now is:
✔ Allow emergency responders and relief organizations to do their work
✔ Follow official information sources for updates
✔ Check on neighbors, friends, and family who may be affected

We appreciate the community’s support and compassion during this time.

06/05/2026