Multilingual resources

Are you multilingual? Do you need to communicate preparedness needs to non-English-speaking groups?

Our county is characterized by its' diverse cultures, languages, and neighborhoods, making it all the more important to diversify our modes of communication when trying to convey important information. As a result, we've done extensive research to compile a list of multi-language disaster preparedness information links. The importance of preparing you, your family, neighbors, and community transcends all our different languages, so please take the time to check out the following links to learn valuable tips for keeping your loved ones safe in times of disaster:

Multilingual Videos from Emergency and Community Health Outreach (ECHO) in Minnesota

ECHO in Minnesota has made available through Twin Cities Public Television (TPT) streaming videos with emergency management and health related topics. Some of these videos may have instructions that don't apply locally, however others can be useful to our area. We recommend the video titled Family Emergency Preparedness Plans.

Videos are available in the following six languages:

• Spanish
• Hmong
• Khmer
• Lao
• Vietnamese
• Somali

Be Prepared!

In addition to the links and resources listed below, King County Office of Emergency Management provides disaster preparedness information translated in the following languages:

• Russian (РУССКИЙ)
• Spanish (ESPAÑOL)
• Vietnamese (TIẾNG VIỆT)

Prepare Because You Care!

English version and a comprehensive handbook is available at http://emd.wa.gov/5-prog/prgms/pubed/prepmenu.htm

Multilingual 3 DAYS - 3 WAYS Ads

Look for multilingual ads in cultural newspapers promoting 3 Days, 3 Ways Web site.