Congressman Dave Reichert

What do I do if I find a tree fallen across power lines or a roadway?

Do not touch or attempt to drive over downed power lines. Call Puget Sound Energy or Seattle City Light to report downed power lines. If you are reporting a tree over a roadway, call 206-296-8100 or toll free 1-800-KCROADS to report the road blockage to the Department of Transportation.

Who do I call if I need sandbags?
See the yellow pages of your local phone book to find businesses where you can purchase sand and bags. If you are unable to locate sandbags through retail, King County has a very limited supply for emergency use only. If you make a request to the county, a representative will assess your individual situation to determine the highest need. To request emergency sandbags from King County, call 206-296-8100.

If I get sandbags, how do I use them?

For instructions on properly stacking sandbags, see this external link from the Army Corps of Engineers: http://www.nww.usace.army.mil/html/offices/op/em/HowToBag.htm

Who should I call to report flooding over a roadway?

Call 206-296-8100 or toll free 1-800-KCROADS to report water over a roadway. Never attempt to drive through water over a roadway, as it can be deceptively swift or deep, have sink holes or roadway undermined by water and your car can float or stall in a shallow amount of water.

How do I find out the status of a flooding river?

To find the current status of a flooding river, please contact the flood warning center at 206-296-8200 or 800-945-9263, or check current river gauge readings at http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/waterandland/flooding/warning-system.aspx

Who should I call if my home has been damaged by flooding?

To report flood damage to your home, first, call your insurance company, then visit the housing repair website for King County to see if you qualify for assistance: http://www.metrokc.gov/dchs/CSD/Housing/RepairLoans.htm

How do I find out if a road has been closed due to flooding?

King County will update its Roads Services page frequently with updated road closure information. http://www.metrokc.gov/kcdot/roads/roadalert/ .

How do I know if I’m in a floodplain?

To view maps of floodplains, visit:

http://www.kingcounty.gov/environment/waterandland/flooding/maps.aspx

Does the current forecast include a prediction for more rain?

For the current forecast, contact the National Weather Service at http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/sew/ or 206-526-6087.

Who do I call if I need emergency housing assistance due to the flood?

For emergency housing assistance due to flood conditions, call the King County Office of Emergency Management, 206-296-3830.

If you are experiencing a life threatening situation, call 911. For all other questions, please contact the King County Office of Emergency Management at 206-296-3830.