If you plan on bringing your furry friend on your adventures, keep them safe and don’t leave them in the car. According to nhtsagov, temperatures can reach over 115 degrees in a vehicle when the outside temperature is just 70 degrees!

Don't forget to keep yourself and others safe when it comes to summer traveling. Check out these tips from nhtsagov to stay safe this summer and prevent hot car deaths. nhtsa.gov/campaign/heats…

Prioritize campfire safety and prevent wildfires this summer. smokeybear.com/en/prevention-…

As summer comes and temperatures start to rise, make sure you're prepared for hot days by knowing the signs of heat illnesses. cdc.gov/disasters/extr…

Summertime is here in Marion County, and temperatures will be rising for the next few months. Check out these tips to prepare for warmer weather and stay safe all summer long. Learn more here ready.gov/heat

Summertime is here, and we bet you’re excited to get outside! Check out these tips on water safety so you can check out all our beautiful waterways while preventing emergencies. Learn more at bit.ly/mcwatersafety

#TipTuesday As the ice storm showed us a couple for years ago, winter weather can cause some major issues. Stock these items in your emergency kit to make sure you’re ready if you experience a power outage.

Happy #TipTuesday! As we think back on the ice storm from a couple of years ago, we’re sharing some tips for what to do the next time you experience a power outage.

For #TipTuesday, knowing what to do before, during, and after a power outage can help keep you safe if you experience one this winter.

Maintaining your emergency kit is just as important as creating it. If you have external batteries or portable chargers in your kit (and you should!) check them every 4-6 months to make sure they’re ready when you need them. #TipTuesday

Rainy springs are expected in Oregon, but if we get too much rain too fast flooding may occur. Learn the different types of warnings from the National Weather Service so you know what to do if one is issued for your area.

If you’re planning to travel to the coast this spring break, keep these tips in mind to prepare for emergencies. ➡️ Learn the signs for a tsunami ➡️ Pack your emergency kit. ➡️ Learn the evacuation routes for the beaches you plan on visiting.

Did you know that flooding is the most common natural disaster in the US? Don’t get caught unprepared. Consider keeping emergency kits with essential items in all the places you spend your time, like at home, in your car, and at your work.

Are you ready for spring showers? Whether you love it or hate it, all the rain we get during spring in Oregon can come with the potential for flooding. Check out these tips so you know what to do before, during, and after a flood in case one occurs.

Marion County's All Hazard Mitigation Plan has been approved by FEMA! Hazard mitigation planning helps to avoid disasters through reducing long-term risk, increase safety and resilience, and maintain eligibility for disaster-related funding in our community.

September is #NationalPreparednessMonth--Help get your pets ready for a disaster: ➕Include your pets in emergency plans ➕Build a separate emergency kit for pets ➕Keep digital records of your pets ➕Create a list of places that accept pets if an emergency happens

When creating your emergency plan, be sure your pets are included. Make plans for how to evacuate livestock or exotics. Seek out friends, family, and neighbors who would be able and willing to help in an emergency situation. #petpreparedness

Open cooling center locations across Marion County: 1. Marion County Emergency Management: pulse.ly/1lgzn6n7db 2. 211info: call 2-1-1 or visit 211info.org. Cherriots rides and City of Woodburn Transit are free to & from cooling centers pulse.ly/vtjn9voafn

❗ Extreme Heat & Health Advisory for Marion County--Heat around 100°F may cause heat exhaustion & heat stroke. More information here: co.marion.or.us/HLT/PH/Pages/E…

Build a separate emergency kit for your pets: -Medication -First-aid kit -Collar with an ID tag -Grooming items -Toys and treats -Bedding items #petpreparedness