As we welcome 2025, let’s prioritize safety as a cornerstone of our community's well-being. This year, consider adopting a few simple but impactful safety resolutions to protect your loved ones and neighbors:
Test your smoke alarms regularly to ensure they’re in perfect working order.
Practice fire drills at home with your family, reviewing escape routes and identifying meeting points.
Learn basic first aid skills, which can be invaluable in emergencies.
By prioritizing these resolutions, we strengthen both our personal preparedness and our collective resilience. For additional fire safety tips and escape planning resources, visit the NFPA website - https://www.nfpa.org/education-and-research/home-fire-safety/.
Upcoming Community Safety Opportunities
We’re proud to offer these free training opportunities to empower our community members with essential safety skills:
CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Training: This free 21-hour course is delivered over seven weeks. Courses are available in both English and Spanish and are offered two to three times per year. The next course offerings are:
Let’s make 2025 a year of growth, safety, and community strength. Together, we can build a more prepared and resilient neighborhood for everyone.
Winter Emergency Preparedness
Salt Lake City Emergency Management wishes you a safe, happy, and well-prepared 2025! While this winter has been relatively mild so far, it's always a good idea to stay ready for unexpected weather conditions. This month, we would like to help you master the basics of winter preparedness so you can enjoy a safe and fun season.
Winter Preparedness Tips
On the Road
Ensure your vehicle emergency kit is stocked to sustain you and your passengers for up to 96 hours. At a minimum, your kit should include:
Nonperishable food items
Water
Medications
Extra blankets
Flashlight & batteries
Reflective triangle
Jumper cables
Portable power bank
Tool kit
Gloves
First aid kit
Ice scraper & shovel
Survival blankets or extra layers (including for pets!)
Additional Tips for Safe Travel:
Check the weather before heading out.
Let someone know your travel plans, including your departure and arrival times.
Ensure tire chains or cables are in good working condition, if needed.
At Home
Keep flammable items away from fireplaces.
Plug space heaters directly into an outlet—avoid using extension cords.
Have extra blankets ready in case of a power outage.
Bring pets indoors during cold weather.
Check on neighbors regularly, especially after a storm.
Stay hydrated.
Stock nonperishable food items that don’t require cooking.
Keep extra water on hand.
For more winter safety tips and detailed information, visit ready.gov/winter-ready and follow us on social media at @BeReadySLC.
