King County Flood Control District
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The King County Flood Control District is a countywide special purpose district created in 2007 to provide flood risk reduction capital projects and programs to the residents of King County, Washington.
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The King County Flood Control District is now on Bluesky! We're working to build a future to withstand flood risks where thriving King County communities and healthy ecosystems coexist in harmony with area rivers! Learn more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org #kcflooddistrict #floodsafety #staysafe
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It’s #WorldFisheriesDay! 🌊🐟

The King County Flood Control District invests in restoration projects that protect people and support healthy rivers — helping salmon and other fish thrive for generations to come.

#Salmon #BeFloodReady #kcflooddistrict #EcosystemRestoration
November 21, 2025 at 5:26 PM
🌧️ Our new blog breaks down the Nov 1 & Nov 15 flood events in King County, which impacted the Snoqualmie, Tolt, and South Fork Skykomish rivers.

Read the full blog: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/flood-event-...

#FloodSafety #kcflooddistrict
Flood Event Report for November 1 and November 15, 2025 - King County Flood Control District
Issued by the King County Flood Control District on November 20, 2025 This report provides an after-action analysis of two flood events that occurred in King County on November 1 and November 15, 2025...
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November 20, 2025 at 8:43 PM
Happy #GISDay! 🗺️

GIS mapping helps us understand floodplains, reduce flood risks, and keep King County communities safe. 🌊

Check your flood risk using this interactive map:
👉 kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/flood-resour...

#BeFloodReady #kcflooddistrict #FloodSafety #GIS
November 19, 2025 at 5:48 PM
Flood season reminder:

If you see water over the road or a “Road Closed” sign — Turn Around, Don’t Drown. 🚗💧

It’s not worth the risk. Stay safe, stay alert, and
Be Flood Ready.

#BeFloodReady #kcflooddistrict #FloodSafety #StaySafe
November 18, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Happy #NationalHikingDay! 🥾

King County’s rivers offer some of the best trails around — from the Snoqualmie Valley to the Green River. 🌲💧

#GetOutside, enjoy the fresh air, and take a moment to appreciate the places we help protect through flood risk reduction.

#kcflooddistrict #BeFloodReady
November 17, 2025 at 10:45 PM
🌧️ King County’s Flood Warning Center is activated as steady rain pushes the Snoqualmie & Tolt rivers to Phase 2 flood alerts. Minor flooding possible in low-lying areas.

Stay flood ready:
➡️ green2.kingcounty.gov/floodalertsy...
➡️ flood.kingcounty.gov

#BeFloodReady #kcflooddistrict #FloodSafety
November 15, 2025 at 5:00 PM
🚨 Flood Advisory in effect until 3:15 PM today.

Heavy rain = urban + small stream flooding is possible.

Expect:
• Minor flooding in low-lying spots
• Water over roads
• Urban ponding

📱 Be Flood Ready with our Flood Warning app: flood.kingcounty.gov
November 14, 2025 at 7:07 PM
Be #FloodReady! 💦

Sign up for free automated alerts by email, text, or voice to get updates on the river(s) that impact you.

Stay safe, stay informed — before the water rises.

👉 green2.kingcounty.gov/floodalertsy...

#kcflooddistrict #FloodSafety #Preparedness
November 12, 2025 at 7:39 PM
Honoring all who served.

In recognition of Veterans Day, the King County Flood Control District office will be closed tomorrow. We are grateful for the service and sacrifice of our Veterans and their families.

#VeteransDay #ThankYou #Veterans
November 10, 2025 at 7:59 PM
🌊 Heads up, King County: King Tides are expected Nov 7 – 9.

Coastal areas & neighborhoods along the Duwamish River may see flooding — especially if rain coincides.
✅ Check tide forecasts
✅ Avoid flooded areas
✅ info re: free sandbags: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/flood-resour...

#KingTides
November 7, 2025 at 6:01 PM
King County residents can now pick up free sandbag materials to help protect homes and property.

King Tides are coming Nov. 7–9.

Read more on the King County Flood Control District blog ⬇️
👉 kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/king-county-...

#BeFloodReady #FloodSafety #kcflooddistrict
King County Flood Control District Offers Free Sandbag Materials to Help Residents “Be Flood Ready” - King County Flood Control District
Flood season is here, and the King County Flood Control District (District) is reminding residents that sandbag materials are available free of charge to help protect homes, businesses, and property f...
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November 6, 2025 at 6:28 PM
🌊 It’s World Tsunami Awareness Day.

Tsunamis are rare in Puget Sound — but knowing evacuation routes, staying alert, and being prepared can save lives.

Strong shaking = move to high ground immediately.
Prepared communities are safer communities.

#WorldTsunamiAwarenessDay #kcflooddistrict
November 5, 2025 at 8:20 PM
November is #NationalGratitudeMonth, and we’re thankful for the residents, Tribal, local, and regional partners, first responders, and community teams who help reduce flood risks and support resilience across King County.

Thank you for being part of this work. 💧🤝🍁

#Gratitude #kcflooddistrict
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November 4, 2025 at 5:21 PM
This November we honor National #NativeAmericanHeritageMonth and celebrate the deep history, culture, & stewardship of Indigenous peoples across our region.

We value our Tribal partnerships to protect communities, restore rivers, and care for the waters that sustain us all.
November 3, 2025 at 10:04 PM
🎃👻 Happy Halloween from the King County Flood Control District!

Floods can be scarier than haunted houses—and with an “atmospheric river-like” system possibly bringing heavy rain tonight, we’re here to help keep your treats dry! 💦🍬

Stay safe, stay dry, and Be Flood Ready!

#Halloween #floodsafety
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October 31, 2025 at 4:50 PM
Floods are scarier than ghosts! 👻💦

This Halloween, don’t get caught in a real-life thriller — take a few minutes to Be Flood Ready.

🎃 Read: “Don’t Get Spooked by Flood Season”
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#BeFloodReady #kcflooddistrict #FloodSafety #Halloween
🎃 Don’t Get Spooked by Flood Season: Be Flood Ready This Halloween - King County Flood Control District
By Steven Schauer, Deputy Executive Director As the ghosts and goblins come out for Halloween, there’s another kind of fright creeping into King County – flood season! From October through April, rain...
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October 30, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Flooding can hit farms hard — preparation is key to protecting your land, animals, and livelihood.

Create a farm emergency plan: prep4agthreats.org
Build an evacuation kit: avma.org/Disaster
Secure chemicals + debris to prevent contamination.
Sign up for free flood alerts: kingcounty.gov/flood
October 29, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Today we honor the firefighters, police, medics & public works crews who protect our communities—especially during floods & emergencies.

Thank you for your courage and service. 💙

#NationalFirstRespondersDay #kcflooddistrict #Resilience #PublicSafety
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October 28, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Most businesses have common hazardous products. Flooding can release hazardous waste which can harm your business, contaminate the environment and make clean up difficult and expensive.

Learn more and prepare kingcounty.gov/prepare-your-home-or-business-for-floods
October 27, 2025 at 10:42 PM
Getting the right permits makes our flood-prone areas less dangerous for people who live and work there. Before starting a project, contact your local permitting agency or King County Local Services at 206-296-6600 or go to kingcounty.gov/permits. #FloodSafety
October 24, 2025 at 5:56 PM
Each year, the King County Flood Control District invests in local flood & stormwater projects through its Subregional Opportunity Fund. See how the 2025 projects are helping communities stay flood-ready. 🌧️

🔗 kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/2025-subregi...

#kcflooddistrict #FloodSafety
2025 Subregional Opportunity Fund Project - King County Flood Control District
By Steven Schauer, Deputy Executive Director Each year, the King County Flood Control District (KCFCD) sets aside funding through its Subregional Opportunity Fund for use by cities and jurisdictions w...
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October 23, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Sandbags can help protect your home from flooding — if used correctly! 💧🧱

✅ Have sandbags ready *before* flooding starts.
👷‍♀️ Work in a team of three and fill bags halfway.
🏗️ Stack in a pyramid with overlapping seams to block water.

Learn more:
👉 kingcounty.gov/sandbags
October 22, 2025 at 7:50 PM
Most homes have hazardous products that can become dangerous during a flood. 🌧️💀

✅ Identify hazardous items.
✅ Safely dispose of unwanted waste before flood season.
✅ Don’t stockpile.
✅ Store items in labeled, sealed containers.

Prepare now ➡️ kingcounty.gov/prepare-your-home-or-business-for-floods
October 21, 2025 at 6:47 PM
Wishing everyone a joyful and bright Diwali/Deepavali! ✨

May the Festival of Lights bring warmth, peace, and hope to your homes and communities. From all of us at the King County Flood Control District—happy Diwali! 🌟

#Diwali #Deepavali #FestivalOfLights #kcflooddistrict
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October 20, 2025 at 5:04 PM