Nevada Office of Emergency Management / Homeland Security

Camping this summer? Tell someone your plans, know your evacuation routes, pack a safety kit and radio, and check the weather before you head out at weather.gov. 🏕️ oem.nv.gov/plan-ahead-nevada-preparedness-information/

Nevada's lakes can shift fast. Plan before you launch. 🌬️ High winds/waves: slow down, head to shore 🥶 Cold water: stay calm, get dry and warm ASAP ⚡ Thunder = get inside or head to shore 🌤️ Check the forecast at weather.gov 🦺 Wear your life vest ndow.org/boat/boating-safety

Today was this month's Readiness Day. We stress-tested our systems, heard from Chief Compston on what's ahead, and recognized our team for accomplishments, promotions, and new faces. Monthly check-ins keep us sharp, current, and coordinated, so we're ready to respond as one team. oem.nv.gov

Wildfire prep isn't just for homeowners. If you rent, get renter's insurance, talk to your landlord about fire hazards, and ask your HOA about defensible space. You can even become a neighborhood leader through Fire Adapted Nevada - open to all residents. Go to livingwithfire.org to learn more.

May is #WildfireAwarenessMo, and every Nevadan has a role to play. Wildfire doesn’t wait. It moves fast, driven by wind, heat, and dry conditions. In Nevada high desert, it only takes one spark to put lives, homes and communities at risk, in minutes. Visit: https://ow.ly/vhMa50YNc4l #PlanAheadNevada

Aftershocks are normal. If shaking starts again -- do not run outside. Drop to your knees, cover your head and neck, and hold on until it stops. Feeling anxious? Disaster Distress Helpline: 1-800-985-5990, 24/7. oem.nv.gov

Redundancy isn't repetition — it's preparation. This month's Readiness Day was our second stress-test of the Virtual Emergency Operations Center. Every run-through means one less surprise when disaster strikes. Nevada stays ready. ⚡ For more follow us here or go to oem.nv.gov

AI-generated videos and audio are getting harder to spot every day. Before sharing something alarming online, ask yourself: does this seem too wild to be true? Check who is sharing it, and look for things that seem slightly off. More info: https://consumer.ftc.gov/identity-theft-online-security