Disaster Preparation

A widespread disaster is likely to cut Anderson Island off from access to ferry service, food and other supplies. The Anderson Island Disaster Preparation guide outlines a 3-step approach for you, your family, and your neighborhood to become ready for a disaster. Here is a portion of the information. Please click on the above link to read and save the entire document.

1. Make a Plan - A coordinated plan is essential for an effective response

  • Family Plan: Review annually

    • Contact loved ones when phones are down

    • Meeting spots for families or friends

    • Ensure each household member knows what to do

  • Neighborhood Plan: Review annually

    • Know your Neighborhood Coordinator and participate in neighborhood planning

    • Know the AI system for receiving information and requesting help after a disaster


2. Collect Supplies - Be prepared to be self-sufficient for 30-60 days. See the Andeson Island Disaster Preparation guide

  • Get-Home Bag: Things to keep in your car in case you are stranded on the mainland for a week before boats are allowed on the water

  • Shelter-in-Place Supplies: Supplies needed in your home for 30-60 days without services

  • GoBag: For a sudden evacuation (e.g., wildfire) where you must carry everything


3. Stay Connected - Communication is critical when normal services are down

  • SIgn up for Pierce County Alert (a free service that sends out accurate and timely information about local emergencies) - To sign up, text the word PCALERT to 888777 - OR - go to PC-Alert.

  • Neighborhood Coordinators & Zone Leaders will all have radios and will be communicating crucial information to and from the AI Fire Station. Talk with your Neighborhood Coordinator about how this will work in your neighborhood.

  • Communicate with loved ones - Our AI Amateur Radio operators are planning a way to help us connect with one contact person out of the area if phones/internet are down..