With high winds, heavy rain and potential flooding predicted this week, the American Red Cross reminds Puget Sound residents to prepare.
Eighty percent of people who die in floods are in vehicles. If you come upon flood waters, do not drive through them; the road could be washed out underneath. If you are driving and your car stalls, abandon your vehicle and head to higher ground.
The local chapter of the American Red Cross is seeking volunteers to be trained to staff the agency’s shelters in the event of local flooding. The volunteers will be trained to be members of the Red Cross’s ReserveCorps, part of the American Red Cross’ Ready When the Time Comes (RWTC) program, which prepares teams of [...]
The local chapter of the American Red Cross is seeking volunteers to be trained to staff the agency’s shelters in the event of local flooding. The volunteers will be trained to be members of the Red Cross’s ReserveCorps, part of the American Red Cross’ Ready When the Time Comes (RWTC) program, which prepares teams of [...]
Floodwaters can damage septic systems, make well water undrinkable, and contaminate food and medicine in flooded homes, Public Health – Seattle & King County officials warn in a health advisory. The advisory provides tips and online resources that can help you protect your health during a flood and the cleanup afterwards.
With the coming winter rains, there is an increased risk of flooding in the Seattle and Puget Sound area. The Seattle Red Cross has tips for keeping safe in the event of a flood. Among the Red Cross’s tips are: Have an evacuation plan and practice it. Make sure everyone knows how to shut off [...]
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