Week 2: What Would You Do Wednesday

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This week’s survey questions are about the options available to you and the actions you would take during an evacuation.

What Would You Do Wednesday – Week 2 Evacuation Planning

Thank you for participating in this survey. Your feedback is essential for understanding the current level of readiness and identifying areas for improvement. The information you provide will be used in the development of The Suquamish Tribe’s emergency evacuation plan and help us plan the best ways to keep our community safe in the event of an emergency. the safety. Your responses will be kept confidential and used only for research purposes. Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability. Your opinions and experiences are valuable to us. There are no right or wrong answers. Should you have any questions or should any issues arise with the survey, please contact Jennifer Marsland, Emergency Planning Coordinator for the Suquamish Tribe’s Office of Emergency Management at(jmarsland@suquamish.nsn.us).

Name(Required)

The following scenario is fiction and should only be used to help you answer the questions below.

Scenario: It’s a beautiful warm and sunny day, there is a slight breeze carrying the smell of pine trees through the air. You’re no stranger to the smoke-filled air caused by wildfires elsewhere in the state, thankfully, they’ve never been too close to home, until now. As you’re enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, you receive an emergency alert on your phone. A Level 2 evacuation notice — be ready to leave — has been issued for your neighborhood. A wildfire has broken out in the woods nearby, and it’s advancing toward your community local firefighters are actively engaged in fighting the fire, but the breezy conditions are causing embers to travel.
If you would like to be contacted about the information you provided in this survey what is your preferred method to be contacted?
Your participation in this survey will automatically enter your name into a drawing for a prize giveaway that will be announced on October 18th. If you do not input a phone number or email address, we will not be able to contact you. If you prefer to reach out separately, please contact Jennifer Marsland M-F 8:00-4:30 at jmarsland@suquamish.nsn.us or 360-900-7176
In the event of a public emergency, which communication channels do you rely on for information about resources and safety?(Required)
Please select one.
In the event of an evacuation, which mode of transportation would you likely utilize?(Required)
Select any that apply.
During an evacuation, where would you likely seek temporary shelter?(Required)
Select all that apply to your household.
Do you have tribal regalia or significant cultural artifacts? If so, would you be able to transport them during an evacuation?(Required)

Additional Information

If you selected “other” for some of your answers and are willing to share more information or have other feedback, you would like to provide please utilize the available space below. If you would like us to reach out to you about your survey responses, please let us know in the section below and the best way to reach you. Thank you!

Week 1: What Would You Do Wednesday?

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What Would You Do Wednesday - Week 1 Evacuation Planning

Thank you for participating in this survey. Your feedback is essential for understanding the current level of readiness and identifying areas for improvement. The information you provide will be used in the development of The Suquamish Tribe's emergency evacuation plan and help us plan the best ways to keep our community safe in the event of an emergency. the safety. Your responses will be kept confidential and used only for research purposes. Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability. Your opinions and experiences are valuable to us. There are no right or wrong answers. Should you have any questions or should any issues arise with the survey, please contact Jennifer Marsland, Emergency Planning Coordinator for the Suquamish Tribe's Office of Emergency Management at(jmarsland@suquamish.nsn.us).

Name(Required)

The following scenario is fiction and should only be used to help you answer the questions below.

Scenario: It's a beautiful warm and sunny day, there is a slight breeze carrying the smell of pine trees through the air. You're no stranger to the smoke-filled air caused by wildfires elsewhere in the state, thankfully, they've never been too close to home, until now. As you're enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, you receive an emergency alert on your phone. A Level 2 evacuation notice — be ready to leave — has been issued for your neighborhood. A wildfire has broken out in the woods nearby, and it's advancing toward your community local firefighters are actively engaged in fighting the fire, but the breezy conditions are causing embers to travel.
If you would like to be contacted about the information you provided in this survey what is your preferred method to be contacted?
Your participation in this survey will automatically enter your name into a drawing for a prize giveaway that will be announced on October 18th. If you do not input a phone number or email address, we will not be able to contact you. If you prefer to reach out separately, please contact Jennifer Marsland M-F 8:00-4:30 at jmarsland@suquamish.nsn.us or 360-900-7176
In the event an evacuation order is given for your location, please indicate your preference:(Required)
Please select one.
Which factors are likely to influence your decision to evacuate during an emergency?(Required)
Select any that apply.
Do you or any household members have disabilities that could affect your ability to evacuate quickly during an emergency?(Required)
Select all that apply to your household..
Are there barriers impacting how you prepare for an evacuation?(Required)

Additional Information

If you selected "other" for some of your answers and are willing to share more information or have other feedback, you would like to provide please utilize the available space below. If you would like us to reach out to you about your survey responses, please let us know in the section below and the best way to reach you. Thank you!

What Would You Do Wednesday – Week 1 Evacuation Planning

Thank you for participating in this survey. Your feedback is essential for understanding the current level of readiness and identifying areas for improvement. The information you provide will be used in the development of The Suquamish Tribe’s emergency evacuation plan and help us plan the best ways to keep our community safe in the event of an emergency. the safety. Your responses will be kept confidential and used only for research purposes. Please answer the following questions to the best of your ability. Your opinions and experiences are valuable to us. There are no right or wrong answers. Should you have any questions or should any issues arise with the survey, please contact Jennifer Marsland, Emergency Planning Coordinator for the Suquamish Tribe’s Office of Emergency Management at(jmarsland@suquamish.nsn.us).

Name(Required)

The following scenario is fiction and should only be used to help you answer the questions below.

Scenario: It’s a beautiful warm and sunny day, there is a slight breeze carrying the smell of pine trees through the air. You’re no stranger to the smoke-filled air caused by wildfires elsewhere in the state, thankfully, they’ve never been too close to home, until now. As you’re enjoying a quiet afternoon at home, you receive an emergency alert on your phone. A Level 2 evacuation notice — be ready to leave — has been issued for your neighborhood. A wildfire has broken out in the woods nearby, and it’s advancing toward your community local firefighters are actively engaged in fighting the fire, but the breezy conditions are causing embers to travel.
If you would like to be contacted about the information you provided in this survey what is your preferred method to be contacted?
Your participation in this survey will automatically enter your name into a drawing for a prize giveaway that will be announced on October 18th. If you do not input a phone number or email address, we will not be able to contact you. If you prefer to reach out separately, please contact Jennifer Marsland M-F 8:00-4:30 at jmarsland@suquamish.nsn.us or 360-900-7176
In the event an evacuation order is given for your location, please indicate your preference:(Required)
Please select one.
Which factors are likely to influence your decision to evacuate during an emergency?(Required)
Select any that apply.
Do you or any household members have disabilities that could affect your ability to evacuate quickly during an emergency?(Required)
Select all that apply to your household..
Are there barriers impacting how you prepare for an evacuation?(Required)

Additional Information

If you selected “other” for some of your answers and are willing to share more information or have other feedback, you would like to provide please utilize the available space below. If you would like us to reach out to you about your survey responses, please let us know in the section below and the best way to reach you. Thank you!

Upcoming Events: Living in a Tsunami Hazard Zone

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Events: Living in a Tsunami Hazard Zone

The Port Madison Indian Reservation is located in an area with a high risk of earthquakes and tsunamis. The upcoming events are designed to share information on how you could be impacted by tsunamis & actions you can take now prepare. he Suquamish Tribe’s Office of Emergency Management will use responses to this survey to help us plan the best ways to keep our community safe in the event of a tsunami.”

Event Registration

Registration is not required but preferred.
Name(Required)
Email(Required)
Are you a Suquamish Tribal Member(Required)

Address

Living in a Tsunami Hazard Zone

Please register for the event you would like to attend.
Suquamish Tribal Household ONLY
This event is reserved for Suquamish Tribal members & their households.
Public In-Person Events
Virtual Events
These events will be held on Zoom & registration link will be sent out prior to the event.

Follow us on Facebook!

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The Office of Emergency Management is now on Facebook.

Follow us at Suquamish Tribe Office of Emergency Management

You will find,

  • Emergency Preparedness Tips
  • Weather Storm Updates
  • Links to Upcoming Classes
  • and more

You can also click on the “Sign-up” button to fill-out a volunteer application or message us your emergency preparedness questions.

 

 

 

Youth Emergency Preparedness Month

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August is Youth Emergency Preparedness month and the Office of Emergency Management is here to help you and your family get prepared.

Emergency preparedness can start at any age. Here are some tips to help even the youngest family members learn about disaster readiness.

  • Talk it through
    • Write down family contact information
    • What is your address in case of a fire or an emergency?
    • What is your emergency plan?
    • Click Here for tips on how to get started
  • Play Games
  • Build an Emergency Kit
    • Click Here for a list of what should go in your kit
    • Once you created your list, go on a scavenger hunt mission as a family to find all your items

Have questions? We can help, the Office of Emergency Management is your resource for information to help you and your family be prepared.

Emergency Management Contact Form

Stage 2 Burn Ban Begins July 12th

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Wildfire Risk Continuing to Rise

The Suquamish Tribe, in cooperation with the Kitsap Fire Marshal, has declared a Phase 2 Burn Ban on the Port Madison Indian Reservation starting immediately. The ban, which limits all outdoor fires, is in effect until further notice.

Under a Phase 2 ban, all outdoor burning is prohibited in Kitsap County and on the Port Madison Indian Reservation with the exception of ceremonial fires. 

  • Burning Permits are suspended.
  • Recreational burning is now prohibited, including in:
    • fire pits in parks, campgrounds, and yards
    • outdoor fireplaces
    • beach fire pits or bonfires
  • Only the use of charcoal or charcoal briquettes in a barbeque specific for that purpose and used over a non-combustible surface, such as concrete, is allowed.

For more information, please visit the Fire Marshall’s Office Burn Ban page: https://www.kitsapgov.com/dcd/Pages/Fire-Marshal.aspx