When sirens pass your home or emergency vehicles gather near a neighborhood business, it’s natural to want to know what’s happening. Is anyone in danger? Should you avoid the area? Where can you find a reliable update?We understan…
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Southbound I-5 Rose Quarter Closure Begins Sept. 11. What You need to know.A major closure on southbound Interstate 5 in Portland could significantly affect people traveling from Clark County beginning Friday, September 11.Southbo…
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Monitor current conditionsUse these resources to check air quality and smoke conditions:Washington Department of Ecology Air Quality MapSouthwest Clean Air AgencyAirNow Fire and Smoke MapClark County Public Health wildfire-smoke g…
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Governor Bob Ferguson has declared a State of Emergency and issued a temporary outdoor burn ban for all 39 Washington counties in response to critically dry conditions and elevated wildfire danger.The statewide action follows prol…
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When someone calls 911, every second matters.At CRESA, our telecommunicators answer emergency and non-emergency calls every day, helping connect people across Clark County with the right help, information, and resources. Some ca…
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If you receive a Wireless Emergency Alert (WEA) test message today, June 2, it's completely legitimate—and only a test!CRESA is conducting a WEA test to help us better understand how alerts are delivered to mobile devices in targe…
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A recent crash on NE Padden Parkway shows how local emergency alerts are deployed during an emergency.A pickup rolled over near NE 94th Avenue and came to rest on its side in the eastbound lanes and container of muriatic acid spil…
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If you know CRESA, you might think first about 911 and dispatch. That's a big part of what we do, but it's not the only part.We also have an Emergency Management (EM) team focused on helping Clark County plan for emergencies, buil…
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The Be Ready Vancouver series on CouveCast offers a practical, local look at what preparedness really means — not just for individuals and families, but for the systems and people working behind the scenes when disaster strikes.In…
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Most people never think about what happens the moment they dial 911. It's one of those things you just trust will work. But there's a lot going on behind the scenes — and understanding it might actually help you the next time you…
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With another strong storm expected Thursday, Clark County residents should prepare now for the possibility of power outages and understand where to turn for help if the power goes out.CRESA uses backup generators designed to keep…
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Carbon monoxide (CO) is a gas you can’t see or smell, but at high levels it can make people very sick or kill within minutes. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) describes it as an odorless, colorless gas that can…
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Here in Clark County, we often hear about The Big One—the massive earthquake that scientists say could someday strike the Pacific Northwest. It’s a phrase that can spark both anxiety and curiosity. The question many people quietly…
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September is National Preparedness Month, a reminder that emergencies can happen anytime, anywhere — and the best way to protect your family, neighbors, and community is to be ready before disaster strikes. At CRESA, we work 24/7/…
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On August 29, 2005, Hurricane Katrina made landfall on the Gulf Coast, first near Buras, Louisiana (about 6:10 a.m. CDT), then later near the mouth of the Pearl River at the Louisiana–Mississippi border. The storm surge and levee/…
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In January, Julie received a 911 call reporting a fentanyl overdose. She quickly guided the caller through proper CPR positioning and coached them through 7 cycles of compressions and ventilations during the 10 minutes before EMS…
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From July 7–9, CRESA is proud to host its eighth consecutive on-site assessment as part of our re-accreditation process with the Commission on Accreditation for Law Enforcement Agencies (CALEA®).This important milestone marks the…
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🚨 Stork Award Alert! 🚨Shelton – April 2025When a panicked dad called 911 from the freeway saying his wife was about to give birth, Shelton jumped into action. He quickly pinpointed their exact location, guided them safely off the…
Read moreCongratulations, Rachael YoungPlease join us in celebrating Rachael, CRESA’s Finance Division Manager, for graduating from Leadership Clark County (LCC).Over the past nine months, Rachael has participated in LCC’s intensive leader…
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At CRESA, our training team embodies the essence of exemplary performance, serving as a shining example of dedication, resilience, and innovation. The term "exemplary" refers to a model that represents the best of its kind, and ou…
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Janet Baker, Tyler Carr, Jim Cole, Andrew Doughty, Zach Hunter, Kirsten Cole and John Roughton for a Team Exemplary Service Award and for Team (Employee) of the Year for their work on the dispatch remodel.Dave Fuller, Jim Cole, Ty…
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Jodi has made remarkable progress in advancing the Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) program, successfully training hundreds of volunteers. Her efforts have significantly enhanced community resilience. She ensures these vol…
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Throughout her time here at CRESA, Memorie has consistently demonstrated CRESA’s core values. She exemplifies integrity in every aspect of her work. Her interactions with coworkers, callers, and leadership are always respectful an…
Read moreCRESA has been pleased to partner with the Commission on Aging this year on emergency preparedness. Here are some lessons learned from that collaboration. Emergencies and disasters can happen quickly. Sometimes we have warning, s…
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On August 1, 2024, the CRESA Administrative Board held a public hearing and received public comment regarding the adoption of a new fee schedule to obtain copies of CRESA records. During the regular Board meeting later that day,…
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In May of 2024, Josh received a 911 call about a man who had overdosed. Despite four rounds of Narcan being administered, the patient was unresponsive and struggling to breathe.Josh calmly guided the caller on how to position the…
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In September 2024, Kim answered a 911 call from a distressed mother who said, "Oh my gosh, I just had my baby in the toilet… 26 weeks only.”Kim quickly confirmed the baby was still in the toilet and advised the mom to carefully re…
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Before we get too far into 2025, let's take a quick look back at 2024.Here are the call stats for the year:30,210 hang ups. We’re not saying it’s Camas, but that’s as many hang-ups as their entire population. (We’ll happily call C…
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In the early part of January 2025, dispatchers and call-takers were recognized alongside Clark County Fire District #10 in Amboy for their roles in a life-saving rescue.The call came from a wife reporting that her husband was down…
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