Division of Emergency Management

Utah Residents

Be Ready Utah

Your guide to staying safe and prepared for emergencies. Take simple steps today to protect your family and community.

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Be Ready in Four Simple Steps

Be Informed

Make A Plan

Get A Kit

Get Involved

Additional Preparedness Considerations

Families With Children

Older Adults

Access Or Functional Needs

Pets and Livestock

Small Business Owners

Find Your Emergency Manager

Wasatch FrontTooele | Salt Lake | Utah

Wasatch BackSummit | Wasatch

Central UtahJuab | Sanpete | Millard | Sevier

Southwest UtahBeaver | Iron | Garfield | Washington | Kane

NortheasternDaggett | Uintah | Duchesne

Castle CountryCarbon | Emery

Four CornersGrand | San Juan

Learn About Utah's Hazards

An earthquake happens when two blocks of the earth suddenly slide past each other along a fault. Over time, pressure builds up in the ground from the movement of Earth's plates and other natural forces. When this pressure becomes too great, the fault suddenly slips and releases the stored energy. This creates waves that spread out through the rock in all directions, causing the ground to shake.

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Wildland fires often begin unnoticed and spread quickly, typically identified by dense smoke. These fires threaten lives, homes, and communities. Hot, dry conditions and high winds can cause fires to grow rapidly and unpredictably.

In Utah, many communities are located near forests, grasslands, and brush, which increases the importance of fire preparedness and defensible space around structures

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Learn More About FEMA Individual Assistance

If you, your family or your home were individually impacted by a major disaster, FEMA can help support your recovery. Click the "learn more" button to the disaster assistance and support services you need.

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