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Flooding in the Green River Valley

Problems with the Howard Hanson Dam, have increased the possibility of flooding in the Green River Valley. King County and the cities of Renton, Auburn and Kent are preparing for possible flooding during periods of heavy rain. Because these areas are densely populated with homes and businesses, it is important for people living or working in the valley or nearby to be aware of the risks and be prepared should flooding occur. For more information, see the resources on this page and visit these websites:

During the fall and winter months, weather in Washington State can be unpredictable and dramatic. Severe weather may pose health and safety risks to people caught in its path. The following fact sheets from the Department of Health can help you prepare for the possible hazards of bad weather - before, during and after.

Preparing for Emergencies

Getting ready now for bad weather or other disasters is the best thing you can do to make it through these times safe and healthy.


Floods


Power Outages

USE CAUTION WITH GENERATORS AND GRILLS


Reproduced with permission from Public Health - Seattle & King County

Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

Information from the the Washington State Department of Health

Information from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)


Landslides and Mud Flows (also available in Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese and LARGE TYPE)


Windstorms (also available in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese and LARGE TYPE)


Winter Storms. Snow, ice and low temperatures. (also available in Spanish, Chinese, Korean, Russian, Vietnamese and LARGE TYPE)

Hypothermia (also available in Chinese, Korean, Russian, Spanish, and Vietnamese)


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