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Preparedness tips: https://mil.wa.gov/preparedness
Alerts: https://mil.wa.gov/alerts
Now's a good time to prep for potential power outages. Find tips at mil.wa.gov/severe-storm #WAWX
December 24, 2025 at 7:53 PM
Now's a good time to prep for potential power outages. Find tips at mil.wa.gov/severe-storm #WAWX
We are so grateful for all of the amazing rescuers who helped come to the aid of folks who needed them and wish them the best as they return to their homes. We also know they’ll be there for our state if needed again. #wawx
December 20, 2025 at 2:21 AM
We are so grateful for all of the amazing rescuers who helped come to the aid of folks who needed them and wish them the best as they return to their homes. We also know they’ll be there for our state if needed again. #wawx
These range from search and rescue operations in Benton County to helicopter rescues in Chelan, Grays Harbor, Kittitas, King, Lewis, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom and Yakima counties and swiftwater rescues in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Chelan and Whatcom counties. #wawx
December 20, 2025 at 2:21 AM
These range from search and rescue operations in Benton County to helicopter rescues in Chelan, Grays Harbor, Kittitas, King, Lewis, Skagit, Snohomish, Whatcom and Yakima counties and swiftwater rescues in King, Pierce, Snohomish, Chelan and Whatcom counties. #wawx
As of Wednesday, search & rescue crews, @wanationalguard.bsky.social & first responders helped evacuate roughly 967 people who weren't necessarily in danger but needed help to get safely from homes.
They also successfully rescued roughly 363 people from floodwaters and recent storms #wawx
They also successfully rescued roughly 363 people from floodwaters and recent storms #wawx
December 20, 2025 at 2:21 AM
As of Wednesday, search & rescue crews, @wanationalguard.bsky.social & first responders helped evacuate roughly 967 people who weren't necessarily in danger but needed help to get safely from homes.
They also successfully rescued roughly 363 people from floodwaters and recent storms #wawx
They also successfully rescued roughly 363 people from floodwaters and recent storms #wawx
Still, we're very fortunate that power was restored this morning! Thanks to all of the line workers out there working hard to make that happen. Much appreciation as they keep working around the clock to help us and others get their power back.
December 18, 2025 at 3:09 PM
Still, we're very fortunate that power was restored this morning! Thanks to all of the line workers out there working hard to make that happen. Much appreciation as they keep working around the clock to help us and others get their power back.
Crews from the @wanationalguard.bsky.social helped reinforce the levy in the city of Pacific last night and into the day today. #wawx
December 18, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Crews from the @wanationalguard.bsky.social helped reinforce the levy in the city of Pacific last night and into the day today. #wawx
Disaster Cash Assistance is available Dec. 17 to Jan. 15 for eligible households affected by flooding in specific counties.
To apply, call the DSHS Customer Service Contact Center at 877-501-2233 or visit your local Community Services Office between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. #wawx
To apply, call the DSHS Customer Service Contact Center at 877-501-2233 or visit your local Community Services Office between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. #wawx
December 18, 2025 at 12:55 AM
Disaster Cash Assistance is available Dec. 17 to Jan. 15 for eligible households affected by flooding in specific counties.
To apply, call the DSHS Customer Service Contact Center at 877-501-2233 or visit your local Community Services Office between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. #wawx
To apply, call the DSHS Customer Service Contact Center at 877-501-2233 or visit your local Community Services Office between 8 a.m. and 2 p.m. Monday through Friday. #wawx
Do not drive over downed power lines. Do not attempt to move a downed power line or anything else in contact with it by using an object such as a broom or stick. Even non-conductive materials like wood or cloth, can conduct electricity if even slightly wet. #wawx
December 17, 2025 at 3:59 PM
Do not drive over downed power lines. Do not attempt to move a downed power line or anything else in contact with it by using an object such as a broom or stick. Even non-conductive materials like wood or cloth, can conduct electricity if even slightly wet. #wawx
There’s power outages across the state and downed power lines all over. If you see a downed power line, move away from it and anything touching it. Keep 35 feet away. You can’t tell if a power line is energized by looking at it. Call 911 if there’s danger. Call your utility to just report the line.
December 17, 2025 at 3:59 PM
There’s power outages across the state and downed power lines all over. If you see a downed power line, move away from it and anything touching it. Keep 35 feet away. You can’t tell if a power line is energized by looking at it. Call 911 if there’s danger. Call your utility to just report the line.
Our state Emergency Operations Center remains active. We have officials from many state agencies, as well as our federal partners from FEMA, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Washington National Guard, the Army Corps of Engineers, Red Cross and others. #wawx
December 13, 2025 at 3:17 AM
Our state Emergency Operations Center remains active. We have officials from many state agencies, as well as our federal partners from FEMA, the U.S. Coast Guard, the Washington National Guard, the Army Corps of Engineers, Red Cross and others. #wawx
Our director Robert Ezelle talking this afternoon. We’re looking at a drier Dec. 13, but it’s still a dangerous situation. Water levels are still high and there’s more rain on the way next week. As of this afternoon, there have been NO deaths reported. We really hope this remains the case. #wawx
December 13, 2025 at 3:17 AM
Our director Robert Ezelle talking this afternoon. We’re looking at a drier Dec. 13, but it’s still a dangerous situation. Water levels are still high and there’s more rain on the way next week. As of this afternoon, there have been NO deaths reported. We really hope this remains the case. #wawx
The @wanationalguard.bsky.social is activated, where they are doing rescue missions, helping fill sandbags, helping close roads and protect property. So if you see soldiers and helicopters in your community, that's what's happening. #wawx
December 12, 2025 at 4:03 PM
The @wanationalguard.bsky.social is activated, where they are doing rescue missions, helping fill sandbags, helping close roads and protect property. So if you see soldiers and helicopters in your community, that's what's happening. #wawx
Our colleagues at the @wanationalguard.bsky.social have been activated by @governorferguson.bsky.social for flood related activities. They’re filling sandbags, helping with road closures, doing rescue missions and more. #wawx
December 12, 2025 at 2:30 AM
Our colleagues at the @wanationalguard.bsky.social have been activated by @governorferguson.bsky.social for flood related activities. They’re filling sandbags, helping with road closures, doing rescue missions and more. #wawx
This is our director Robert Ezelle at a media event yesterday urging you to do everything you can to protect yourself and your loved ones in the face of some historic flooding.
We’re doing our part. Our state EOC continues to be active.
We're working with @governorferguson.bsky.social & others.
We’re doing our part. Our state EOC continues to be active.
We're working with @governorferguson.bsky.social & others.
December 11, 2025 at 4:57 PM
This is our director Robert Ezelle at a media event yesterday urging you to do everything you can to protect yourself and your loved ones in the face of some historic flooding.
We’re doing our part. Our state EOC continues to be active.
We're working with @governorferguson.bsky.social & others.
We’re doing our part. Our state EOC continues to be active.
We're working with @governorferguson.bsky.social & others.
Here's what Tumwater Falls looks like today.
There’s flood warnings and watches all over the state with 26 rivers at risk of flooding. Make sure you’re following weather alerts near you. Put your ZIP code in at weather.gov to find the latest.
There’s flood warnings and watches all over the state with 26 rivers at risk of flooding. Make sure you’re following weather alerts near you. Put your ZIP code in at weather.gov to find the latest.
December 10, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Here's what Tumwater Falls looks like today.
There’s flood warnings and watches all over the state with 26 rivers at risk of flooding. Make sure you’re following weather alerts near you. Put your ZIP code in at weather.gov to find the latest.
There’s flood warnings and watches all over the state with 26 rivers at risk of flooding. Make sure you’re following weather alerts near you. Put your ZIP code in at weather.gov to find the latest.
People think because their vehicle is heavy, it will do just fine. That simply isn't the case. When approaching a flooded roadway remember, Turn Around Don’t Drown! #wawx
December 9, 2025 at 9:09 PM
People think because their vehicle is heavy, it will do just fine. That simply isn't the case. When approaching a flooded roadway remember, Turn Around Don’t Drown! #wawx
People often underestimate the power of flowing water. A mere 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock an adult off their feet. Most vehicles begin to lose contact with the road in six inches of water. They can be swept away in 12-18 inches of flowing water. This includes pickups & SUVs #wawx
December 9, 2025 at 9:09 PM
People often underestimate the power of flowing water. A mere 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock an adult off their feet. Most vehicles begin to lose contact with the road in six inches of water. They can be swept away in 12-18 inches of flowing water. This includes pickups & SUVs #wawx
There's lots of water over roads right now and some cities and counties may not be able to get road closed signs up fast enough. If you see a road closed sign, don't go around it. A flooded road may have hidden dangers such as washed out roadbeds or underwater obstructions. #wawx
December 9, 2025 at 9:09 PM
There's lots of water over roads right now and some cities and counties may not be able to get road closed signs up fast enough. If you see a road closed sign, don't go around it. A flooded road may have hidden dangers such as washed out roadbeds or underwater obstructions. #wawx
Happy (almost) Thanksgiving!
When you’re with family, it’s a great chance to talk about what you would do in a disaster, where you would meet, set out-of-area contacts.
Learn more at mil.wa.gov/plan
When you’re with family, it’s a great chance to talk about what you would do in a disaster, where you would meet, set out-of-area contacts.
Learn more at mil.wa.gov/plan
November 26, 2025 at 5:15 PM
Happy (almost) Thanksgiving!
When you’re with family, it’s a great chance to talk about what you would do in a disaster, where you would meet, set out-of-area contacts.
Learn more at mil.wa.gov/plan
When you’re with family, it’s a great chance to talk about what you would do in a disaster, where you would meet, set out-of-area contacts.
Learn more at mil.wa.gov/plan
Investments in tsunami early warning, vertical evacuation structures, mapping, risk education & regular drills reduce harm, limit disruption & protect development gains along coasts. Early warning and early action are effective tools to protect people, saving lives. Learn more at mil.wa.gov/tsunami
November 5, 2025 at 11:22 PM
Investments in tsunami early warning, vertical evacuation structures, mapping, risk education & regular drills reduce harm, limit disruption & protect development gains along coasts. Early warning and early action are effective tools to protect people, saving lives. Learn more at mil.wa.gov/tsunami
We’re seeing the potential for coastal flooding today and Thursday due to what’s commonly called “King Tides” in combination with storm events. If you see a flooded road, don’t risk your it vehicle. Try a different route.
Don’t make an emergency worse for our busy first responders. #wawx
Don’t make an emergency worse for our busy first responders. #wawx
November 5, 2025 at 6:23 PM
We’re seeing the potential for coastal flooding today and Thursday due to what’s commonly called “King Tides” in combination with storm events. If you see a flooded road, don’t risk your it vehicle. Try a different route.
Don’t make an emergency worse for our busy first responders. #wawx
Don’t make an emergency worse for our busy first responders. #wawx
Tsunami vertical evacuation structures (VES) provide refuge where communities lack natural high ground. Washington state needs 58-80+ more of these structures to help people #GetToHighGround. Find guidance & other resources for building VES at mil.wa.gov/tsunami#vert.... #TsunamiDay 🌊
November 5, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Tsunami vertical evacuation structures (VES) provide refuge where communities lack natural high ground. Washington state needs 58-80+ more of these structures to help people #GetToHighGround. Find guidance & other resources for building VES at mil.wa.gov/tsunami#vert.... #TsunamiDay 🌊
We save lives in tsunamis by making it as easy as possible for people to #GetToHighGround before waves arrive. Washington state recently released a Tsunami Wayfinding Guide to help communities identify & mark evacuation routes. Learn more at mil.wa.gov/tsunami-reso.... #TsunamiDay 🏃♂️🌊
November 5, 2025 at 4:45 PM
We save lives in tsunamis by making it as easy as possible for people to #GetToHighGround before waves arrive. Washington state recently released a Tsunami Wayfinding Guide to help communities identify & mark evacuation routes. Learn more at mil.wa.gov/tsunami-reso.... #TsunamiDay 🏃♂️🌊
The maritime community is especially at risk from tsunamis. Check out mil.wa.gov/tsunami#educ... to read tsunami maritime response & mitigation strategies for some of Washington’s major ports & marinas, as well as tips for boaters on what to do before, during & after a tsunami. #TsunamiDay 🌊
November 5, 2025 at 4:19 PM
The maritime community is especially at risk from tsunamis. Check out mil.wa.gov/tsunami#educ... to read tsunami maritime response & mitigation strategies for some of Washington’s major ports & marinas, as well as tips for boaters on what to do before, during & after a tsunami. #TsunamiDay 🌊
How could a major tsunami impact your community? Visit mil.wa.gov/tsunami-reso... to find new loss estimates for Washington’s greatest tsunami hazard, a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake and tsunami. #TsunamiDay 🌊
November 5, 2025 at 4:18 PM
How could a major tsunami impact your community? Visit mil.wa.gov/tsunami-reso... to find new loss estimates for Washington’s greatest tsunami hazard, a Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake and tsunami. #TsunamiDay 🌊