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30
DEC

Annual ‘Be Flood Ready’ brochure helps residents prepare for flooding in King County
The 2020-2021 “Be Flood Ready” brochure is now available to King County residents to help them prepare for the flood season.

24
DEC

Update: Beaches near Kirkland and Medina re-open after water testing confirms safe conditions
Dec. 24 update: The beach and waters near Kirkland and Medina have been re-opened to the public after water quality testing showed safe results. The beach was closed out of an abundance of caution on Dec. 21 following an overflow during heavy rains at nearby York Pump Station, and testing confirmed that the water is safe.

22
DEC

Heavy rains cause overflow into Puget Sound from Richmond Beach Pump Station in Shoreline
King County Wastewater Treatment Division’s Richmond Beach Pump Station experienced intermittent overflows on Monday, Dec. 21 as a result of heavy rains in the service area. The pump station was operating properly but high flows exceeded station capacity.

21
DEC

King County and The Trust for Public Land partner to preserve unique Raging River habitat, vital to Chinook salmon
Valuable habitat along the Raging River favored by endangered Chinook salmon and many other fish and wildlife species is now permanently preserved, thanks to a public-private partnership announced today by King County Executive Dow Constantine.

21
DEC

Heavy rains cause overflows into Lake Washington from King County’s Kirkland and Medina pump stations
King County Wastewater Treatment Division’s Kirkland and Medina pump stations experienced overflows as a result of heavy rains in the service area. The pump stations are operating properly but flows are exceeding station capacity, and the overflows are expected to end when flows subside.

18
DEC

Broken pipe causes surface overflow from King County’s York Pump Station
King County Wastewater Treatment Division’s York Pump Station in Redmond experienced an overflow as a result of a broken pipe joint. The staff acted to bypass broken piping and quickly returned the station to normal operations and the surface-level overflow did not reach any waterbodies.

5
DEC

Beaches near Discovery Park re-open after water testing confirms safe conditions
Dec. 5 update: The beach and waters near West Point at Discovery Park have been re-opened to the public after two consecutive days of water quality testing showed safe results. The beach was closed out of an abundance of caution on Dec. 2 following a brief bypass at the West Point Treatment Plant, and testing confirmed that the water is safe.

2
DEC

Brief wastewater bypass occurs during routine equipment testing at West Point
The King County Wastewater Treatment Division is investigating a brief wastewater bypass at West Point Treatment Plant on Dec. 2.

15
NOV

Utility line break at South Treatment Plant is quickly contained, water released was fully treated
King County Wastewater Treatment Division crews quickly responded to a broken pipe carrying fully treated wastewater at the South Treatment Plant campus on Saturday, Nov. 14.

5
NOV

King County Flood Warning Center to close as rain eases and flows stabilize on Snoqualmie River
With rain diminishing and stream flows stabilizing, the King County Flood Warning Center is planning to close at 10 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, following about 10 hours of closely monitoring minor flooding along the Snoqualmie River. County employees will continue to monitor weather forecasts and stream conditions.

5
NOV

King County Flood Warning Center opens as more rain brings another minor flood threat to Snoqualmie River
The King County Flood Warning Center opened at 11:45 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 5, to monitor potential minor flooding from heavy rainfall along the Snoqualmie River.

5
NOV

King County launches Sewer Heat Recovery pilot program
Commercial property owners and developers have the opportunity to extract and re-purpose heat energy from sewer pipes through the King County Wastewater Treatment Division’s new Sewer Heat Recovery pilot program. King County invites commercial property owners and developers to apply for consideration as potential users.

4
NOV

King County Flood Warning Center closes following brief period of monitoring high flows along Snoqualmie River
The King County Flood Warning Center closed at 4 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, after monitoring high flows on the Snoqualmie River for several hours. County employees will continue to monitor weather forecasts and stream conditions.

4
NOV

King County Flood Warning Center opens as rain brings minor flooding to Snoqualmie River
The King County Flood Warning Center opened at 8:45 a.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 4, after hours of heavy rainfall led to minor flooding along the Snoqualmie River.

29
OCT

King County Wastewater Treatment Division recognized as Utility of the Future Today, wins awards for outstanding performance
King County Wastewater Treatment Division has received national recognition as a Utility of the Future Today. Several of the division’s treatment plants have also been honored by the Washington State Department of Ecology for outstanding performance and by the National Association of Clean Water Agencies for complete and consistent National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System permit compliance.

21
OCT

King County reminds motorists to improve road safety during Secure Your Load Week, Oct. 19-25
King County Solid Waste Division encourages everyone to properly secure their loads to keep roadways safe, avoid fees and prevent litter as the annual Secure Your Load campaign takes place the week of Oct. 19-25.

15
OCT

Utility work to require intermittent lane closures on Cedar Grove Road for the next several days
A pipeline inspection and repair project will require intermittent lane closures on Cedar Grove Road SE between SE Lake Francis Road and the Maple Valley Highway starting Thursday, Oct. 15, through early next week. Drivers should expect delays or plan alternate routes.

15
OCT

King County ready for flood response during pandemic; Leaders urge preparedness for possible active flood season
Following an active and destructive 2019-2020 flood season, the King County Executive and King County Flood Control District Chair urge residents to prepare now for seasonal flooding, announcing October as Flood Awareness Month.

13
OCT

King County hosts online community meeting, virtual open house for Fall City Floodplain Restoration Project
King County is hosting a virtual open house and online community meeting for residents to learn about the Fall City Floodplain Restoration Project that will reconnect the floodplain and restore this historically productive area for salmon.

12
OCT

Siting advisory committee meeting on Oct. 14 kicks off new recycling and transfer station project in north King County
King County’s Solid Waste Division will host its first siting advisory committee meeting for the Northeast Recycling and Transfer Station Project via Zoom on Wednesday, Oct. 14, from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Community members with an interest in the project are invited to attend and observe.

5
OCT

Relief funding on its way to help King County farms, farmers markets overcome COVID-19 losses
Help is on the way for King County farmers and farmers markets to overcome losses caused by the COVID-19 pandemic, and to comply with public health and safety operating requirements to prevent the spread of the virus. Relief funding under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act will also ensure continued access to fresh, local farm products by income-challenged residents of King County.

2
OCT

Annual flood protection work along White River begins Oct. 5 in Pacific
With flood season fast approaching, workers are preparing to reinstall the temporary flood barrier along the White River at Pacific Park to decrease the risk of flooding in nearby neighborhoods.

25
SEP

King County Wastewater Treatment Division readies for wet weather
Wet weather season arrived in Puget Sound in a big way Sept. 23, with much of the region receiving an inch of rain and pushing hundreds of millions of gallons of rainwater through the King County Wastewater Treatment Division (WTD) system. With more rain in the forecast, WTD remains on the job 24/7 to ensure the region’s wastewater treatment service is well-prepared for an emergency or inclement weather.

24
SEP

King County’s Solid Waste Division prepares to take the rains this fall
Heavy rains are back, and that means workers with King County’s Solid Waste Division are taking steps to protect facilities to keep vital garbage and recycling services running smoothly.

21
SEP

‘Salmon SEEson’ returns: Safely spot fish coming home to King County rivers and streams
Adult salmon are returning home to spawn in King County’s rivers and streams – find details on self-guided and virtual viewing opportunities on the Salmon SEEson website. When out spotting salmon, remember to follow public health guidelines and recreate responsibly.

17
SEP

Public input wanted to help site a new recycling and garbage transfer station in northeast King County
King County’s Solid Waste Division seeks the public’s input in identifying a location for a new, modern recycling and garbage transfer station scheduled to begin operating in northeast King County in 2027. Applications are now being accepted through Oct. 5 for seats on a Siting Advisory Committee that will meet monthly from October 2020 to June 2021.

16
SEP

King County issues a draft environmental impact statement for proposed development at the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill
King County Solid Waste Division issued a draft environmental impact statement (EIS) to analyze proposed future development at the Cedar Hills Regional Landfill. A 45-day comment period from Sept. 16 to Oct. 30 will enable the public to review and comment on the proposal.

13
AUG

Building on momentum: King County and partners transport more kokanee salmon to Orcas Island hatchery after first group thrives
The first group of kokanee salmon that King County and conservation partners transferred to Long Live the Kings’ hatchery on Orcas Island has thrived, a key milestone for the unified effort to ensure the survival of the historic native population. On Wednesday, the partners transferred 250 more fry to the hatchery, this time aboard a Washington State Ferry.

6
AUG

King County Parks closes Five Mile Lake, Lake Geneva parks as visitors fail to follow COVID-19 safety rules
To help reduce the spread of COVID-19, King County Parks will close Five Mile Lake Park and Lake Geneva Park beginning Aug. 7, as these parks have experienced consistent over-crowding and pose threats to public health.

4
AUG

CHOMP! Summer Camp: King County’s local food celebration goes virtual August 24-28
Put on your virtual flip flops and mark your calendar for King County’s CHOMP! Summer Camp – a five-day online event running Aug. 24-28 on chomplocal.org. In celebration of a resilient local food system, each day CHOMP! will premiere video content to engage participants from home, including a look at a few of King County’s farmers, cooking demos, educational activities, performances, and much more.

31
JUL

Limited deer hunt set for Oct. 17 – Nov. 1 at King County’s Island Center Forest
While Island Center Forest will be open for deer hunting during an abbreviated season in October, the King County Parks-managed forestland will not be part of a recently established special August deer-hunting season on private land on Vashon-Maury Island.

27
JUL

King County seeks volunteers to serve on open space acquisition and protection committee
Two positions are open on the King County Conservation Futures Advisory Committee, which helps the County Executive and County Council make decisions on open space acquisition or preservation.

27
JUL

Heat mapping project led by King County and City of Seattle will identify areas experiencing the most harmful effects of rising temperatures
A heat mapping project co-led by King County and City of Seattle will identify which areas experiencing the most harmful effects of rising temperatures. The data collected by volunteers will inform county and city strategies to prepare the region for climate impacts.

27
JUL

King County announces $600,000 in grants for youth sports infrastructure and physical activity programs
From a bike park to baseball to being outdoors, the 2020 Youth and Amateur Sports Grants support projects throughout King County that promote physical activity among priority youth and improve our local communities.

21
JUL

King County hosts online open house and presentation about projects that utilize large wood in rivers and streams
Learn about upcoming King County projects that involve placing large wood in rivers or streams at online open house, available Aug. 3-14, and a live presentation on Aug. 5.

17
JUL

Solid waste customers required to wear face coverings at King County recycling and garbage transfer facilities
King County Solid Waste Division now requires customers to wear masks or face coverings when visiting one of its recycling and garbage transfer stations.

16
JUL

BECU Drive-in Movies at Marymoor Park to continue with 3 showings per week in August
The popular BECU Drive-in Movies at King County’s Marymoor Park will continue in August offering showings every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from August 4 - 27.

14
JUL

Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center remains closed, capital improvement project starting today
The Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center -- shut down since March due to the COVID-19 outbreak – will remain closed as a capital improvement project to replace the natatorium skylights begins July 14.

1
JUL

Dockton Park marina on Maury Island remains closed except for limited day use; Phase 1 renovations slated to commence in August
The marina at King County’s Dockton Park on Maury Island remains closed, except for limited day use on a first come, first served basis. King County Parks moves closer to constructing the first phase of dock renovations later this summer.

30
JUN

Enjoy the Fourth of July and recreate responsibly in King County Parks – Your Big Backyard
King County Parks urges visitors to respect the no fireworks rule and follow the seven tips to recreate responsibly when spending time in King County’s parks and on its trails this Fourth of July.

26
JUN

King County scientists see large scale algal bloom, known to be harmful to fish, in central Puget Sound
Scientists from King County’s Environmental Laboratory discovered a large harmful algal bloom in central Puget Sound – Heterosigma akashiwo – which is of particular concern to fish.

25
JUN

Blast from the past: BECU Drive-in Movies at Marymoor Park to run from July 8 – Aug. 27
Summer movie nights at King County’s Marymoor Park are a go, thanks to a popular pastime from another era – Drive In Movies – that allow movie-goers to practice safe distancing in their vehicles. King County will host the BECU Drive-in Movies at Marymoor Park summer series starting July 8 and running every Wednesday and Thursday through August 27.

25
JUN

King County GreenTools Program “sheroes” honored by the US Green Building Council for equity and social justice work
The US Green Building Council honors King County “Women in Green Sheroes” for advancing equity and social justice through sustainable development, green building, and community empowerment.

17
JUN

Decals now available at King County Solid Waste Recycling and Transfer Stations for service area customers
King County’s Solid Waste Division will now provide transfer station customers with a decal to easily show scale operators they live in or have a business within the service area. In May, King County resumed enforcing an existing policy that requires customers to show proof of residence or business in its service area, which excludes the cities of Seattle and Milton.

16
JUN

King County Green Schools Program recognizes 40 schools for resource conservation
Forty schools earned recognition as King County Green Schools for their 2019-20 environmental efforts, even while navigating COVID-19 closures in the spring. The King County Green Schools Program helps schools and school districts engage students and employees in learning about and practicing resource conservation. To date, 320 K-12 schools across King County have benefited from the program.

9
JUN

Gas system improvement work at King County’s Houghton Closed Landfill in Kirkland begins June 10
King County’s Solid Waste Division will begin a gas system improvement project at the Houghton Closed Landfill in Kirkland on June 10. Trail users north of the Taylor Ball Fields should use caution when approaching the work area, and to keep pets leashed for their safety.

8
JUN

King County to get the poop on swim beach water quality and help protect swimmers’ health all summer long
The King County Swimming Beach Monitoring Program is underway to test for poop and toxic algae in the water at the most popular lake beaches countywide. Free alerts are available to help residents keep their families and pets safe. Sign up at kingcounty.gov/SwimBeach.

3
JUN

On ‘Secure Your Load Day,’ King County reminds motorists how to improve road safety
Saturday, June 6, is “Secure Your Load Day,” and the King County Solid Waste Division encourages everyone to properly secure their loads to keep roadways safe, avoid fees and prevent litter.

2
JUN

King County crew quickly contains sewer pipe leak at Lake Hills Blvd. and 156th Ave SE in Bellevue
King County Wastewater Treatment Division quickly contained a sewer line leak at Lake Hills Boulevard and 156th Avenue SE in Bellevue today.

27
MAY

Local industrial facilities recognized for 2019 environmental compliance
King County’s Industrial Waste Program recognized 59 local industrial facilities for their commitment to business practices that support the local economy while protecting regional water quality.

7
MAY

Stay safe near waterbodies! Officials warn that warm weather, icy cold water is a recipe for serious danger
With sunshine and warm temperatures expected Friday and through the weekend, King County officials are reminding everyone to use caution around waterbodies that remain extremely cold this time of year, including rivers, lakes, and Puget Sound. Adding to the concern is the possibility of rescues that may add to the strain on emergency services at this time.

5
MAY

King County Parks to re-open parks and trails on May 8: ‘Recreate Responsibly!’
King County Parks is announcing it will re-open its parks and trails on May 8 with some restrictions, and urges visitors to “Recreate Responsibly!” Active use and high touch facilities such as restrooms, play areas, sports courts, and picnic shelters will remain closed, and organized events and programs will remain suspended.

29
APR

Solid waste self-haul customers required to verify residence in King County’s service area
To protect public health while maintaining essential services as defined by Gov. Jay Inslee’s “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order, the King County Solid Waste Division will require all self-haul customers to verify residence or business within King County’s 37-city and unincorporated service area, which excludes the cities of Seattle and Milton.

20
APR

King County goes digital for 50th anniversary of Earth Day
King County is honoring Earth Day digitally this year, providing green-themed activities and lifestyle tips that families can do while safe distancing at home.

25
MAR

King County Parks closing more facilities in response to COVID-19; visitors urged to ‘Stay home, stay healthy’
To support the new statewide “Stay Home, Stay Healthy” order aimed at reducing the spread of COVID-19, King County Parks is closing parks, effective Wednesday, March 25. Gated parking lots and trailheads will be closed, and restrooms will be locked.

25
MAR

Social distancing measures in place at King County transfer stations; self-haul customers may experience service delays
To protect public health and safety during the COVID-19 outbreak, King County’s Solid Waste Division is imposing a staggered entry system for self-haul customers at its transfer stations, beginning Thursday, March 26.

16
MAR

Wastemobile continues household hazardous waste collection season with visit to Redmond, April 3-5
Safe and convenient household hazardous waste disposal comes to the Eastside when the Hazardous Waste Management Program’s Wastemobile visits Redmond, April 3-5.

13
MAR

King County Parks closes some facilities, cancels programming to help protect public health in ongoing COVID-19 response
Following the guidance of Public Health—Seattle & King County and the state Department of Health regarding COVID-19, beginning March 14 King County Parks will close the Weyerhaeuser King County Aquatic Center and the Log Cabin at Steve Cox Memorial Park, and is cancelling select programming, rentals and permitted events.

2
MAR

King County Green Schools Program recognizes three schools for resource conservation
The King County Green Schools Program this month is recognizing three schools for reducing waste and conserving energy – the latest of the more than 300 K-12 schools and school districts whose students and employees have learned about and improved resource conservation through the program.

28
FEB

King County announces recipients of White Center ‘Zero Waste’ pilot project grants
King County has selected two community-based organizations to receive $40,800 in grant funding through its White Center Zero Waste pilot project to increase recycling, decrease waste, and reduce community members’ exposure to toxic materials in unincorporated White Center.

24
FEB

Wastemobile continues household hazardous waste collection season with stop in Kent-Covington, March 6-8
Safe and convenient household hazardous waste disposal comes to south King County when the Wastemobile makes a stop in the Kent-Covington area, March 6-8, when residents can safely dispose of old car batteries and automotive fluids, paint thinner, and many other items at no cost.

21
FEB

Public Health – Seattle & King County has re-opened beach in north Seattle
Public Health – Seattle & King County has approved the reopening of a beach after favorable water quality sampling results. The beach is adjacent to privately owned Blue Ridge Park in north Seattle. King County Wastewater Treatment Division crews repaired a low-flow pipe leak at the North Beach Pump Station, which is located next to the park.

19
FEB

Wastemobile begins household hazardous waste collection season in its new location in Redmond, Feb. 21-23
Residents of Redmond, Bothell, Woodinville, and surrounding areas can safely dispose of old car batteries, oil, paint thinner and many other household hazardous items at no cost when the Wastemobile kicks off its 2020 season in Redmond, Feb. 21-23.

13
FEB

King County repairs pipe leak at North Beach Pump Station
The King County Wastewater Treatment Division has completed repairs to a low-flow leak at the North Beach Pump Station in north Seattle. The adjacent privately owned Blue Ridge Park has reopened, and a small section of beach next to the park remains closed pending water quality sampling.

12
FEB

Take a tour and help King County Parks restore habitat at Little Lake Forest near Enumclaw, March 7
Join friends, neighbors and King County Parks employees March 7 for a habitat restoration work party and tour of the 155-acre Little Lake Forest property near Enumclaw, which the county acquired in 2018 for public open space and environmental preservation.

11
FEB

King County Flood Warning Center closing as rivers conditions stabilize following significant widespread flooding
The King County Flood Warning Center closed at 5 p.m. on Tuesday, Feb. 11, following six days of round-the-clock operations during a major flood event that affected rivers across the region. County employees will continue to monitor weather forecasts and stream conditions.

11
FEB

Middle Fork Snoqualmie River flood risk reduction meeting February 25 in North Bend
Flood hazards on the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River and the projects proposed to reduce associated flood risks will be the focus of a public meeting hosted by King County Flood Control District on Feb. 25, in North Bend.

8
FEB

Update: King County to repair pipe leak at North Beach Pump Station
The King County Wastewater Treatment Division will initiate emergency work on Saturday, Feb. 8, to repair a force main leak at North Beach Pump Station. The pipe travels from the pump station through the privately owned Blue Ridge Park in north Seattle. The park and a small section of beach next to the park were temporarily closed after water quality sampling showed high levels of bacteria.

7
FEB

Controlled dam releases push Green River to Phase 4 flood alert level - severe flooding
The King County Flood Warning Center has issued a Phase 4 flood alert for the Green River with severe flooding possible, following planned releases from a flood-control dam. The Flood Warning Center continues to monitor widespread river flooding in King County after a powerful rainstorm swept across the region earlier this week.

7
FEB

Snoqualmie River up to Phase 3 flood alert as storm’s impacts continue on King County rivers
The King County Flood Warning Center issued a Phase 3 flood alert for the Snoqualmie River at 11 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 6, as flows remain elevated on rivers across the county following a powerful winter storm that dropped several inches of rainfall and led to widespread minor to severe flooding Feb. 5-6.

6
FEB

Flood Warning Center 6:30 a.m. update: Phase 4 flood alert for Cedar River, Phase 3 for Tolt River
The King County Flood Warning Center has issued a Phase 4 flood alert for the Cedar River, with significant widespread flooding possible across the floodplain and numerous road closures from overtopping floodwaters; and a Phase 3 flood alert for the Tolt River, with moderate flooding possible.

6
FEB

Phase 4 flood alert for Issaquah Creek, Phase 3 for Green River, as King County monitors flooding
Issaquah Creek reached a Phase 4 flood alert with significant flood impacts along its course through Issaquah early on Thursday, Feb. 6, while the Green River reached a Phase 3 flood alert level, with the potential for flooding of varied depths in the valley upstream of Auburn. The King County Flood Warning Center opened at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5 to monitor flooding from the second major winter rainstorm in less than one week.

5
FEB

King County: Phase 3 flood alerts for Cedar River, Issaquah Creek; Phase 2 for Snoqualmie River
Pushed higher by heavy rain across eastern King County, the Cedar River and Issaquah Creek have reached a Phase 3 flood alert level, while the Snoqualmie River has reached a Phase 2 according to the King County Flood Warning Center, which opened at 5:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5, to monitor conditions.

5
FEB

King County Flood Warning Center adds Tolt River to long list of rivers at minor flood level
The King County Flood Warning Center has issued a Phase 2 flood alert for the Tolt River as it reaches a minor flood phase from a steady rainfall that has pushed several rivers up to minor flood levels.

5
FEB

King County Flood Warning Center opens as rivers running high from earlier rains rise again
After a prolonged period of steady rainfall across much of the region, the King County Flood Warning Center opened at 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 5, to monitor minor flooding on rivers that hadn’t fully recovered from last week’s drenching rains. The White, Green and Cedar rivers and Issaquah Creek have all reached the Phase 2 flood alert level.

2
FEB

King County Flood Warning Center closes as river flows stabilize following widespread flooding from heavy rainfall
The King County Flood Warning Center closed at 6 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 2, after monitoring flooding along a half-dozen rivers since the morning of Jan. 31. County employees will continue to monitor weather forecasts and stream conditions.

1
FEB

King County Flood Warning Center: Minor flooding possible along Cedar, Green rivers
The King County Flood Warning Center issued Phase 2 flood alerts for the Green and Cedar rivers at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1, with minor flooding possible in limited areas along the rivers’ rural stretches. The Flood Warning Center continues to monitor minor to severe flooding along several rivers across King County following a sustained winter rainstorm.

1
FEB

King County Flood Warning Center issues Phase 4 flood alert for Tolt River as more rain sends river levels higher
The King County Flood Warning Center issued a Phase 4 flood alert for the Tolt River at 7:30 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 1, with severe flooding possible along the river upstream of Carnation. The Flood Warning Center opened at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, to closely monitor river conditions as a powerful storm dumped several inches of rain across the region.

31
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center issues Phase 2 flood alert for White River as heavy rain continues to affect river flows
The King County Flood Warning Center has issued a Phase 2 flood alert for the White River below Mud Mountain Dam. The Flood Warning Center opened at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, to closely monitor river conditions as a powerful storm brought several inches of rainfall that is causing minor to moderate flooding on some King County rivers.

31
JAN

Snoqualmie River up to moderate flood phase as King County Flood Warning Center monitors rivers swollen by heavy rain
The King County Flood Warning Center issued a Phase 3 flood alert for the Snoqualmie River at 4:30 p.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, with an increased likelihood of widespread flooding along the river. County crews are assessing conditions along rivers that have been rising throughout the day as a result of heavy rainfall.

31
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center: Tolt River hits Phase 3 flood alert, Snoqualmie to Phase 2
The King County Flood Warning Center has issued a Phase 3 flood alert for the Tolt River, with moderate widespread flooding possible; and a Phase 2 flood alert for the Snoqualmie River, where minor flooding in low-lying areas is also possible. The Flood Warning Center opened at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, to monitor river levels that are being pushed higher by a significant winter rainstorm.

31
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center opens as Tolt River first to flood at start of major rainstorm
The King County Flood Warning Center opened at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 31, as a powerful winter storm packed with heavy rain brought minor flooding to the Tolt River. Other rivers in the county could see flooding because of the rainstorm, and the Flood Warning Center will remain open as long as flood conditions persist.

24
JAN

As rivers stabilize, King County Flood Warning Center closes following minor flooding along Snoqualmie and Tolt rivers
The King County Flood Warning Center closed at 9:45 a.m. on Friday, Jan. 24, following minor flooding along the rain-gorged Tolt and Snoqualmie rivers. County employees will continue to monitor weather forecasts and stream conditions.

23
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center: Persistent rain brings minor flooding to Tolt River
The King County Flood Warning Center issued a Phase 2 flood alert for the Tolt River east of Carnation at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 23, with minor flooding possible in low-lying areas – the result of steady rainfall across the region. The Flood Warning Center opened at 2:30 p.m. Jan. 23 to monitor minor flooding along the Snoqualmie River.

23
JAN

Heavy rain pushes Snoqualmie River to minor flood phase; King County Flood Warning Center opens to monitor conditions
The King County Flood Warning Center opened at 2:30 p.m. on Thursday, Jan. 23, when day-long heavy rainfall resulted in minor flooding along the Snoqualmie River.

15
JAN

King County acts to affirm public ownership and finish final East Lake Sammamish Trail segment
King County is taking steps to remove private property encroachments from a 3.6-mile-long stretch of the publicly-owned East Lake Sammamish Trail corridor, and seeking legal affirmation of public ownership of the corridor’s shorelands in federal court.

7
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center closes as rivers stabilize following strong winter rainstorm
The King County Flood Warning Center will close at 9 p.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, as flood flows ease on rivers swollen with rainfall from a powerful winter storm that soaked much of the region beginning Jan. 6. County employees will continue to monitor weather forecasts and stream conditions.

7
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center issues Phase 2 flood alert for White River as strong storm continues to affect river flows
The King County Flood Warning Center has issued a Phase 2 flood alert for the White River below Mud Mountain Dam. The Flood Warning Center has been open since 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6, to closely monitor river conditions as a powerful storm brought several inches of rainfall that led to minor and moderate flooding on some King County rivers.

7
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center issues Phase 3 flood alert for Tolt River
The King County Flood Warning Center issued a Phase 3 flood alert for the Tolt River at 1:30 a.m. on Tuesday, Jan. 7, with moderate flooding possible in low-lying areas along the river.

6
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center issues Phase 3 flood alert for Snoqualmie River as rain brings stream flows higher
With steady rainfall continuing across much of the region, the King County Flood Warning Center issued a Phase 3 flood alert for the Snoqualmie River at 9:35 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6, with moderate flooding possible in low-lying areas along the river.

6
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center issues Phase 2 flood alert for minor flooding along rain-swollen Snoqualmie River
The King County Flood Warning Center has issued a Phase 2 flood alert for the Snoqualmie River with minor flooding possible – the result of heavy rainfall that soaked much of eastern King County on Monday, Jan. 6.

6
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center opens as rain brings minor flooding to Tolt River
The King County Flood Warning Center opened at 3:30 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 6, to monitor minor flooding along the Tolt River.

1
JAN

King County closes Flood Warning Center as minor flood threat on Snoqualmie River eases
King County’s Flood Warning Center closed at 2:45 p.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 1, after monitoring minor flooding along the Snoqualmie River. County workers will continue to monitor river gauges and weather forecasts.

1
JAN

King County Flood Warning Center opens as rain brings minor flooding to Snoqualmie River
The King County Flood Warning Center opened at 2 a.m. on Wednesday, Jan. 1, after hours of heavy rainfall led to minor flooding along the Snoqualmie River.

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