Northwest

Northwest Individual/Family Brochure
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Storms, floods, blizzards, wildfires, earthquakes, volcanoes and tsunamis are some of the conditions that can cause emergencies or disasters for the people of the Northwest Coast and Plateau areas.

In the Northwest, the 4 distinct seasons, extreme hot and cold temperatures and the diverse climates and terrain create a large number of hazards:

• From the mountains to the plateau to the high desert, wildfires are an annual occurrence that can destroy homes, businesses, timber, salmon habitat, and other natural resources
• In coastal areas, high winds from winter storms can cause falling trees that block roads or bring down power lines
• Heavy rains and melting snow can cause flooding and cut off access in remote areas
• Threat of tsunamis is a constant concern for those tribes living along the coast

Remember to make a plan, build a kit, and be informed