Disaster Preparedness

Disasters happen, ready or not. Together we can help Yellowstone County be prepared.

Connect and communicate.  

At the local level, United Way of Yellowstone County is an active member of the LEPC (Local Emergency Planning Committee) and its Volunteer Center has the responsibility of coordinating Yellowstone County spontaneous volunteers during disaster response and recovery.  UWYC also participates as a member of Montana VOAD (Voluntary Organizations Active in Disaster). VOAD is an entity comprised of organizations that work together during disaster response and recovery to engage in continual communications to ensure efforts are coordinated and delivered where needed. 

Mobilize volunteers.

Learn about disaster-related volunteer opportunities by clicking here

Be ready. 

Stay informed about how you can be ready when disaster strikes: 

Locally 

Nationally 

For additional questions, Chrissy Brese at  volcoord@uwyellowstone.org or call (406) 272-8511.

If you are in need of help due to a disaster or personal crisis, visit Montana211.org