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Katrina's Lesson conference materials

These materials will help you get the most out of the KATRINA'S LESSON streaming video and DVD.

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KATRINA'S LESSON, held on October 24 - 25, 2006, was one of the first disaster-preparedness events in King County, Washington, to focus on vulnerable populations. Leaders from private and public agencies came together to share information, strengthen relationships and expand their level of readiness.

Prepare to Prosper (PowerPoint)
CARD (Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters), Oakland, Calif., developed this community-based preparedness and response model. It details how public and private agencies -- working together -- can better reach vulnerable residents.

Public Health - Seattle & King County and United Way of King County co-sponsored the conference. Materials used with permission from CARD; pandemic flu materials produced by Public Health - Seattle & King County.


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King County TV Streaming Video
You will need the most recent version of RealMedia Player Basic on your computer to view the conference streaming video.

Download and install the free RealPlayer Basic at www.real.com.


Introduction: Community-based Preparedness

Prepare to Prosper (PowerPoint)
CARD (Collaborating Agencies Responding to Disasters), Oakland, Calif., developed this community-based preparedness and response model. It details how public and private agencies -- working together -- can better reach vulnerable residents.

Getting Your Agency Ready

Agency Emergency Plan (PDF)
A guide for creating a business continuity plan for your nonprofit agency.

Flashlight, Go Kit (PDF, multiple languages)
Information that can save lives in an emergency? post these flyers in key spots.

Preparing Your Organization: 9 Steps (PDF)
Small steps that can reap huge benefits for your agency as you become better prepared.

Partnering for Strength: MOUs (PDF)
Getting your community partnerships in print. It's practical and smart.

Learning, Using the Tools

Incident Command System (ICS) for Community Responders (PowerPoint)
A simplified recast of the national emergency response system.

ICS Poster (PDF, multiple languages)
Emergency response responsibilities made clear, who does what. Post this flyer in key spots.

ICS Badges (PDF)
For practicing the Incident Command System with your agency staff.

Preparing for Pandemic Flu

Preparing for Pandemic Flu (PowerPoint)
A look at how you and your agency could be impacted and how you can prepare.

Stop Germs, Stay Healthy! (multiple languages)
Smart steps to keep you well this flu season? order flyers online.

Contact us

Robin Pfohman
VPAT Program Manager

Phone: 206-263-8759
Robin.Pfohman@kingcounty.gov