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Community Invited to Annual Thurston County Preparedness Expo

September 9, 2025
2025 Preparedness Expo. Emergency Preparedness starts with you! Come learn how organizations are preparing and how you can prepare yourself and your family for emergencies/disasters on September 20, 2025 from 10am to 1pm at The Olympia Center located at 222 Columbia St NW in Olympia, WA. Free admission

CONTACT:  Cherie Carey, Emergency Management Public Outreach and Education                       Coordinator, cherie.carey@co.thurston.wa.us or 360-239-1282

Community Invited to Annual Thurston County Preparedness Expo
Join experts Saturday, September 20 at the Olympia Center for this free event.

OLYMPIA – Emergency management experts from the Thurston County Emergency Management Council invite the community to the annual Preparedness Expo for a day of learning, connection, and community safety. The expo will be hosted at The Olympia Center on Saturday, September 20, 2025, from 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. This free, family-friendly event offers hands-on activities, and valuable resources to help individuals and families prepare for emergencies.

The expo is part of National Preparedness month which takes place every September. This year’s theme is "Preparedness Starts at Home." Emergency managers in the county encourage preparedness by advising residents to know local risks, make a family emergency plan, build an emergency supply kit, and get involved in the community.

“Preparedness starts with you,” said Kyle Bustad, Thurston County Emergency Management Manager. “By taking small steps now, we can protect ourselves, our loved ones, and our community when disasters strike.”

Visitors to the Expo can explore interactive booths, meet local emergency responders, and learn essential skills—from creating a family emergency plan to assembling a disaster supply kit. The event will feature demonstrations, informational materials, and opportunities to connect with organizations dedicated to keeping Thurston County safe.

Activities and resources can help people who may be new to plan preparation, as well as those who already have a plan in place - the Preparedness Expo is the perfect opportunity for first-time planners and those who want to strengthen an existing plan.

Event Details

Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Time: 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Location: The Olympia Center, 222 Columbia St NW, Olympia, WA
Cost: Free! Open to the public

Learn more about Emergency Management programs and services in Thurston County on the county’s website at www.thurstoncountywa.gov/em or connect with us on Facebook @ThurstonEM and Instagram @Thurstoncountyem. 

Don’t miss this chance to learn, prepare, and build a stronger, safer community—together.

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