Hub Events
Seattle Emergency Hub Events
Keep up to date on city-wide events at: http://seattleemergencyhubs.org/calendar/
Save the Date: Hub Drill June 9
Come join us practice activating the Hub in full force on Sunday, June 9 from 1-3pm! Volunteers will be needed to fill jobs within the Hub and community members are welcome to stop by and walk through as a neighbor participant. Information about how to volunteer to come.
Our practice scenario… The entire city was shaken by a 6.1 magnitude earthquake along the Seattle Fault Line. It’s day #2 of the disaster; communications are down and utilities (water, sewer, natural gas) are non-functional. The Fire Department was able to extinguish most of the fires and City officials are hard at work assessing the damage, deploying their limited assets, and requesting assistance from County, State, and Federal officials. The first game of the FIFA World Cup is scheduled to begin in 3 days so the city is packed with fans from all over the world. Because of bridge and road failures, the city has broken into many “islands”. Cut off from essential services, Hub volunteers (neighbors just like you) are helping their neighbors find and share resources.
How you can help on June 9:
Volunteer for one of the rolls needed to activate the Hub (greeter, message taker, radio assistant, etc.). If you have attended a Hub training, we especially need you - but no experience needed. -OR-
Stop by any time between 1-3pm to learn how the Hub operates and be an “actor” by reading a short problem for us to solve and follow it through the Hub to see how we might help.
This event is our major field exercise for 2024. Stay tuned for details about how to sign up to volunteer!
Hub Orientation
Tuesday, May 21 at 7pm - 8:30pm
Lamb of God Lutheran Church (12509 27th Ave NE)
A great opportunity to prepare for the Wedgwood Hub's June 9 drill!
Sponsored by the Lake City, Pinehurst, and Victory Heights Emergency Communication Hubs. Experience how our “Hubs” will support our communities after a disaster. ALL are welcome!
Register here: https://signup.com/go/REteTVU
Hub 201 Training
Tuesday, February 27 at 7:00-8:30pm
Wedgwood Presbyterian Church 8008 35th Ave NE
Join the volunteers of the Wedgwood Emergency Hub as we learn more about how the Hub neighborhood emergency response network works and practice the roles we will need neighborhood volunteers to serve during an emergency, then problem-solve likely scenarios through small group discussion tables. Led by Seattle Emergency Hubs founder and FEMA award recipient, Cindi Barker.
This indoor “tabletop exercise” is the second in a series of modified drills with increasing complexity in the scenarios we discuss, however no experience is necessary to participate. All are welcome!
Please RSVP here so we can have a headcount for room set up.
30 Minute Prep Zoom Classes
Join veteran educator and Seattle Emergency Hubs coordinator, Ann Forrest, for 30 minute classes via Zoom on Wednesdays through January and February. A broad variety of topics will be covered (see flier to the left).
Register here: https://signup.com/go/PPUBXVt
Planning Team Meetings
The Hub Planning Team holds monthly meetings in-person nearby or via Zoom, usually the 2nd Wednesday of the month. Join us to help build a connected and resilient community. Email NESeattlePrepares@gmail.com to join in.
GMRS Radio Check-Ins
Join other Seattle Emergency Communications Hub folks on the air Monday nights at 8pm:
1st Monday - Channel 1 (West Seattle Repeater)
2nd Monday - Channel 2 (Beacon Hill Repeater)
3rd Monday - Channel 4 (Magnolia Repeater)
4th Monday - Channel 6 (Maple Leaf Repeater)
Stop the Bleed Class
Learn how to manage severe bleeding until emergency responders arrive. Join this class sponsored by the Lake City Hub on January 27, 10am at Meadowbrook Community Center.
Register by calling 206-684-7522.
GMRS Radio Skills Clinic
Sunday, Dec 3, 2023 12 - 2pm
University Branch Library (5009 Roosevelt Way NE)
GMRS radios are a great tool in an emergency! They have a longer range than family "walkie-talkies" and provide access to emergency response networks. While Ham radio is used to communicate with government agencies, GMRS is used for Hub to Hub contact. A license costs $35 per household and does not require a test.
Join Seattle Emergency Hub coordinator Ann Forrest to learn about GMRS radios, the repeater system, how to use your radio, and get your new radio programmed.
Many models of GMRS radios are available. The Hub network provides programming and resources for the BTECH GMRS-V1 or V2.
Hub 101: Tabletop Drill
Tuesday, October 24, 2023 - 7-8:30pm
Wedgwood Presbyterian Church (8008 35th Ave NE)
Learn how the Hub works and practice the roles we will need neighborhood volunteers to serve during an emergency. We will then problem-solve likely scenarios through small group discussion tables. Led by Seattle Emergency Hubs founder and FEMA award recipient, Cindi Barker.
This indoor “tabletop exercise” is a modified drill that will serve to prepare us for a full outdoor drill in the future. It is a beginner level (no experience necessary!), with the possibility of more sessions of advancing skills and scenarios if there is demand. Arrive early win emergency supply items and build a connected and resilient community. RSVP here so we can have a headcount for room set up.
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Victory Heights Hub
"Show & Tell"
Friday, August 11, 2023
4:30-6:30pm
Victory Heights Park
1747 NE 106th Street
(+ it's Food Truck Friday!)
North Capital Hill Hub
Drill
Sunday, August 27, 2023
3-5pm
1300 E. Aloha Street
Emphasis on radio, but good for all.
Madison Park Hub 101
Tabletop Drill
Monday, September 11 6:30-8:30pm
Parkshore Senior Living Community
1630 43rd Ave E
Indoor Hub Drill
Information Booths
Look for information about us at the Wedgwood Art Festival July 8-9 and the Wedgwood Community Council Picnic this September 16, 2023.
Household Preparedness Class
Tuesday, August 8, 2023 - 7-8:30pm
Wedgwood Presbyterian Church 8008 - 35th Ave NE
Explore household and community preparedness with your neighbors! Join us for expert practical guidance about the best actions to take NOW to ensure your household is ready for whatever comes your way. We will meet for an informal class with dynamic educator, Ann Forrest, BSN, MHA, co-coordinator of the Seattle Emergency Communications Hub network and volunteer with the Seattle Office of Emergency Management. Come help us create connected and resilient community!