Utah Division of Emergency Management

Utah Division of Emergency Management Emergency management means working with Utahns before, during and after disasters. We're working to make Utah ready.

Prepare, plan, train, exercise, respond, recover, mitigate...It's what we do every day. And when Mother Nature doesn't play nice, we help Utah respond.

06/12/2026

Wildfire season is here, and the time to Be Ready is now. Make a plan so your family knows where to meet. Build a kit that you can grab quickly if you need to evacuate, including supplies for your kids and pets! Watch for emergency alerts on your phone, TV, or radio, so a warning can reach you when the seconds count the most.

Ready, Set, Go starts with Ready. Be Ready Utah.

05/30/2026

๐Ÿ  Residential Flooding Risks & How to Protect Your Home

Your home faces multiple flood threats: overwhelmed storm drains flooding streets and properties, groundwater seeping into basements, and post-wildfire debris flows that can strike years after fires. The good news? You can take action to help protect your home.

Outside Your Home: โœ“ Clear gutters and downspouts regularly โœ“ Grade property so water flows AWAY from foundation โœ“ Keep storm drains clearย 

Basements & Low Areas: โœ“ Install sump pump with battery backup โœ“ Elevate utilities above likely flood levelsย 

Know Before You Go: โœ“ Check your flood zone at floodhazards.utah.gov โœ“ Get flood insurance โœ“ Create evacuation plan โœ“ Store important documents in waterproof containers

๐Ÿ“˜ Download the FREE Flood Book for more protection tips specific to YOUR area in Utah.

๐Ÿ”— floodhazards.utah.gov ๐Ÿ”— bereadyutah.gov

Turn Around, Don't Drown.Just 6 inches of water can knock you off your feet. 12 inches can float a car. No shortcut is w...
04/27/2026

Turn Around, Don't Drown.

Just 6 inches of water can knock you off your feet. 12 inches can float a car. No shortcut is worth your life.

If you see water over the road, find another way.

03/18/2026
02/05/2026

Did you feel today's earthquake? ๐Ÿ 
While it was a mild tremor, it's a good reminder that Utah is earthquake country! How prepared are you really? Test your earthquake knowledge with our True or False quiz.
Swipe through to see if you know the facts about earthquake safety.
Once you've tested your knowledge, visit BeReadyUtah.gov for comprehensive earthquake preparedness resources, emergency kit checklists, and family planning guides. Don't wait for the next one to get prepared!

Last weekโ€™s earthquake shook homes across the Wasatch Front. Take 30 minutes this weekend to do a Home Hazard Hunt and p...
01/29/2026

Last weekโ€™s earthquake shook homes across the Wasatch Front. Take 30 minutes this weekend to do a Home Hazard Hunt and prevent damage during the next earthquake:

โœ“ Secure water heater to wall studs with metal strapping
โœ“ Anchor heavy furniture (bookcases, TVs, dressers)
โœ“ Move heavy items to lower shelves
โœ“ Secure mirrors and picture frames
โœ“ Install latches on cabinets

The water heater is especially important - if it tips over during shaking, it can rupture your gas line and cause a fire. Strapping kits are available at most hardware stores.

Small actions now prevent big problems later. Find your Home Hazard Hunt checklist at BeReadyUtah.gov

Now is the perfect time to build or check your emergency kit. Every household needs:HOME DISASTER SUPPLY KIT (shelter in...
01/25/2026

Now is the perfect time to build or check your emergency kit. Every household needs:

HOME DISASTER SUPPLY KIT (shelter in place):
- 14-day supply of food and water (1 gallon per person per day)
- First aid supplies and medications
- Flashlight, radio, and extra batteries
- Important documents in waterproof container

EMERGENCY GO-KIT (grab and go):
- 72-hour supply of essentials
- Medications and first aid
- Phone chargers and cash
- Copies of important documents

Don't wait for the big one. Start building your kit today! Find out more at BeReadyUtah.gov

01/25/2026

Living or working in Utah means understanding the risk of earthquakes. The new web application, "Putting Down Roots in Earthquake Country," is here to empower you with the knowledge to protect your family and property, and build a more resilient future. Explore the web app hereโ€“https://roots.geology.utah.gov/

Utah Division of Emergency Management FEMA Federal Emergency Management Agency

This weekโ€™s earthquake in Summit County was felt across the Wasatch Front; a reminder that Utah is earthquake country. W...
01/23/2026

This weekโ€™s earthquake in Summit County was felt across the Wasatch Front; a reminder that Utah is earthquake country. When the shaking starts, remember these three steps:

DROP to your hands and knees
COVER your head and neck, and crawl under a table or desk if possible
HOLD ON to the cover until the shaking stops

Practice this regularly with your family and coworkers. When an earthquake hits, you won't have time to think, so make sure youโ€™re prepared!

Learn more at BeReadyUtah.gov

๐ŸŒ Did you know Utah has experienced devastating earthquakes? ๐Ÿš๏ธOn November 13, 1901, an estimated 6.5+ magnitude earthqu...
11/25/2025

๐ŸŒ Did you know Utah has experienced devastating earthquakes? ๐Ÿš๏ธ

On November 13, 1901, an estimated 6.5+ magnitude earthquake struck Richfield, Utah โ€” one of the most powerful earthquakes in state history!

This massive quake was felt across 50,000 square miles, from St. George to Salt Lake City. ๐Ÿ˜ฑ
The powerful shock waves caused widespread destruction across Central Utah: chimneys, walls, and roofs collapsed ๐Ÿ , surface ruptures up to 300 feet long split the ground ๐Ÿชจ, and extensive rockslides blocked canyons and roads ๐Ÿ›ค๏ธ.

This disaster spotlight is a timely reminder that earthquake preparedness isn't optional in Utah, it's essential.

Make sure you and your family are ready: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Sign up for Utah's largest earthquake drill at shakeout.org/utah

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4315 S. 2700 W
Taylorsville, UT
84129

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+18015383400

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