Southern Nevada Prepares
Serving Clark, Lincoln, Nye, and Esmeralda counties
At United Way of Southern Nevada, building a resilient community starts with helping neighbors prepare for the unexpected.
Through preparedness workshops, community education, and support for local nonprofit programs, we address the region's unique risks and needs. Together, we are equipping residents, nonprofits, and communities with the tools, resources, and information they need to stay safe, informed, and ready.
Events
Attend a workshop and get free materials to help you prepare for emergencies.
Learn Together, Stay Safe Together
Bring the family for a fun and interactive story time where kids will learn about fire safety and emergency preparedness with Pedro the Penguin. Pre-K through 2nd grade students will build preparedness skills, and each student receives a storybook to take home!
This free, public workshop includes a raffle prize and complimentary disaster preparedness kits for attendees.
Learn Together, Stay Safe Together
Bring the family for a fun and interactive story time where kids will learn about fire safety and emergency preparedness with Pedro the Penguin. Pre-K through 2nd grade students will build preparedness skills, and each student receives a storybook to take home!
This free, public workshop includes a raffle prize and complimentary disaster preparedness kits for attendees.
Five Steps You Can Take Now
Take these free or low-cost steps to prepare before disaster strikes.
Resources by Disaster Type
Additional Resources
Southern Nevada Community Preparedness App
Get updated information about preparedness and emergencies in your area.
211
Nevada 211 can connect you with critical services including housing, food, health care, mental health, and support for children, families, seniors, and people with disabilities.
Phone Number: 1-866-535-5654
Hours of Operation: Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM (PST)
Find Shelter
Locate shelters, food pantries, clothing, or health clinics with this tool from the U.S. Dept. of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Building a Stronger, Safer Southern Nevada
United Way of Southern Nevada’s Disaster Preparedness and Community Resilience Program empowers families to stay safe before, during, and after emergencies. With Verizon's support, we’re expanding vital efforts that protect our community from climate-related challenges.
Past Events
These events have concluded, but their impact continues.
Our Impact
United Way of Southern Nevada partners with local organizations to strengthen neighborhood readiness against severe regional hazards like extreme heat and flash flooding.
2,932
Households served across the Las Vegas Valley
1,400
Preparedness kits distributed
1,369
Families stabilized with home weatherization, utility relief, or hub resources
163
individuals trained through disaster safety workshops
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