Emergency and Preparedness Resources

 Flood Preparedness

• Flood Information and Preparation :  Tips for preparing for a flood, background information on the Howard Hanson Dam situation and links to helpful resources.

• National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) 888-379-9531. Learn about the NFIP and how it can help you protect yourself financially.

Emergency Management Offices

• City of Kent 253-856-4440
• City of Kent's "Code Red" Emergency Communication Sign-Up
• City of Renton 425-430-7000
• City of Renton's "CodeRED Emergency Notification System"
• City of Tukwila 206-433-0179
• Tukwila Flood Watch E-List
• City of SeaTac (Fire Deparment) 206-973-4500
• City of Des Moines
• King County 206-296-3830

Snow Preparedness

• City of Renton "When the Next Snow Storm Hits"
• Renton Snow Routes
• City of Kent Snow and Ice Response Plan
• City of Des Moines Winter Preparedness Checklist
• King County Road Services - Snow and Ice Plan for unincorporated King County

Public Schools Emergency Communications System

• This site provides a report of school schedule changes due to adverse weather conditions and other emergency situations for member school districts, colleges, and private schools.

King County Road Alert 206-296-8100 (24/7 helpline)

• Sign up to get road alerts via email or text message, or look at current road closures in unincorporated King County.

Hazardous Waste Disposal (house or business) 206-296-4692

• Learn how to reduce, safely use, store and dispose of toxic and hazardous materials.

3 days, 3 ways

• Learn tips and access checklists and resources for preparing for emergencies and disasters.

Take Winter By Storm

• Information for getting prepared and staying informed when bad weather strikes.

Regional Public Information Network (RPIN)

• One-stop resources for news alerts from more than 75 government, transportation, utility, health and emergency response agencies serving citizens in King, Pierce and Snohomish counties.