Be Prepared: Comprehensive Fire Kit, Tips and Links for Next Time
In this day and age, one must be prepared for anything.
The catastrophic wildfires we have faced down so far in our region, and as we continue to do so, it is something we have come to expect during the dry, summer months. That said, you are encouraged to continue to take caution to protect your families, homes, businesses, and communities. Congressman Dan Newhouse (R-Wa) is working to ensure our region receives the federal assistance we need to fight and manage these wildfires. Please find below a list of federal, state, and local resources to help keep you and your families safe from wildfires. As we continue to navigate this disaster, and others potentially down the road, we will work to ensure this list includes the most up-to-date information possible.
Fire evacuation checklist here.
If your community is under an evacuation order, please see this Fire Evacuation Checklist to best equip your family for an evacuation.
Central Washington Wildfire Resource Kit
Federal Resources
To find a Disaster Recovery Center near you, use the DRC Locator or text DRC and your ZIP code to 43362.
State Resources
- Washington State DNR Wildfire
- Washington State National Guard Twitter
- Washington State National Guard Facebook
- Washington State Emergency Management Division
- Washington State Department of Health: Smoke from Fires
- Washington State Department of Ecology: Smoke Levels Map
- Filing an Insurance Claim
- Disaster Relief for Taxpayers
- Financial Assistance Tips
Benton County
Been Evacuated? Call the American Red Cross at (509) 820-4170 to find available shelter.
Franklin County
Been Evacuated? Call the American Red Cross at (509) 820-4170 to find available shelter.