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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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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · Dec 17
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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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 11h
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
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 1d
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
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 2d
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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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 5d
Flood season is here, King County! 🌧️

Our new Be Flood Ready video shows how to prepare, respond, and recover from flooding—because the best time to get ready is before the water rises.

🎥 Watch now: vimeo.com/1126035319

#BeFloodReady #kcflooddistrict #FloodSafety #Resilience
Be Flood Ready | King County Flood Control District
In King County, flood season runs from October through April, bringing with it the potential for swollen rivers, rising groundwater, and storm-related impacts. Flooding…
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 6d
Flood season is here in King County (Oct–Apr). 🌧️

The King County Flood Control District has expanded its Be Flood Ready outreach.

Together, we can stay safe and #BeFloodReady.

Read more 👉 kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/be-flood-rea...

#FloodSafety #Resilience
Be Flood Ready: King County Flood Control District Expands Outreach as Flood Season Begins - King County Flood Control District
Begins By Steven Schauer, Deputy Executive Director As the rainy season returns to the Pacific Northwest, so does the risk of flooding. In King County, flood season runs from October through April, br...
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 7d
Remember: make sure storm drains and ditches are clear to help carry water away from your property.

See a stormwater issue that needs fixing? Go to “Report a Problem” at kingcounty.gov/Stormwater to find out who to contact.
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 8d
📣 The annual King County Flood Alert System test happens this week! Over 8,000 people get alerts when rivers reach flood levels. This week’s message is just a test—no flooding now.

Learn more or sign up at kingcounty.gov/flood.

#floodsafety #floodready
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 12d
The King County Flood Control District office will be closed Mon, Oct 13 in honor of Indigenous Peoples’ Day, a day to recognize and celebrate Indigenous communities and their enduring stewardship of land and water. The office will reopen Tue, Oct 14. 🌎💧
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 12d
Construction on the Momb Revetment 2020 Repair Project is complete! 🚧✅ Crews repaired 100 ft of flood damage on Issaquah Creek, improving access to homes & fish habitat. Read more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/protecting-h... 🌊🏡
Protecting Homes and Roads: Momb Revetment 2020 Repair Project Completed - King County Flood Control District
By Steven Schauer, Deputy Executive Director On August 11 and 12, 2025, the King County Flood Control District (KCFCD), together with King County as service provider, successfully completed the Momb R...
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 14d
It's flood season, and being prepared is the best way to keep you, your family, and your property safe during a flood. 

Learn more about steps you can take to prepare for any disaster at www.MakeItThrough.org.

#kcflooddistrict #MakeItThrough
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 15d
Just one inch of water can cause nearly $25,000 in damage. Make sure you’ve got the coverage that you need. Talk with your insurance agent or visit www.floodsmart.gov to learn more about flood insurance. #kcflooddistrict #FloodSafety
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 16d
It's flood season! Do you know the risk of flooding where you live?

Visit kingcounty.gov/FloodMap to look at FEMA flood risk maps. You can search for any address in King County. 

#kcflooddistrict #FloodSafety
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 19d
😁 It’s World Smile Day! We’re working to give King County residents peace of mind by helping to reduce flood risks & protect communities. Safer neighborhoods = more reasons to smile. 💧😊
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 20d
Salmon are running! 🐟🍂

See why they matter, how the King County Flood Control District is restoring habitat, and where to watch the run this fall—tips included. Read the new blog: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/celebrate-sa...

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Celebrate Salmon Season in King County: Protecting a Northwest Icon - King County Flood Control District
By Steven Schauer, Deputy Executive Director Every fall, King County’s rivers come alive with one of nature’s most extraordinary spectacles: the salmon run. These iconic fish return from the ocean to ...
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 21d
It's raining today, just in time for the beginning of flood season — Oct to April. 🌧️ Stay safe by preparing now. Learn your flood risk, build a kit, & make a plan.

Be Flood Ready with resources from the King County Flood Control District: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/flood-resour...

#Floodsafety
Flood Resources | King County Flood Control District
A comprehensive list of flood preparedness resources for the King County Flood Control District including flood alerts.
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 22d
💙 National Love People Day reminds us why we do what we do: protecting people! From levees to revetments, every project helps keep homes & businesses safe from flooding. Because nothing says love like a safe community. 🌧️🏠 Learn more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 23d
☕️ National Coffee Day on a Monday? Perfect. We’re working year-round to reduce flood risks across King County—so your commute stays dry and your latte stays hot. Mondays demand preparation—and so do rivers. 🌧️🚧
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 26d
Happy #NationalPublicLandsDay! 🌿 Many of King County’s riverside parks are protected by flood risk reduction projects. So get outside this weekend—walk, paddle, or picnic—and know the King County Flood Control District is working to keep these public spaces safe & thriving. 🏞️💧
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 27d
New blog today: Learn about the Irwin Right Bank Revetment repair.

After Feb 2020 flood damage, we restored bank stability to protect Issaquah-Hobart Rd SE and nearby homes.

Read more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/reducing-flo...

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Reducing Flood Risk: A Look Back at Completed Flood Risk Reduction Projects - King County Flood Control District
By Steven Schauer, Deputy Executive Director, and King County Staff The King County Flood Control District (KCFCD) has been working diligently since its creation in 2007 to safeguard our communities f...
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 28d
Happy #NationalPunctuationDay! 🎉 Just as punctuation keeps writing clear, levees & revetments keep rivers in check. At the King County Flood Control District, we make sure King County’s flood safety story doesn’t turn into a run-on sentence! 🌊✍️
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · 29d
Happy #NationalBakerDay! 🥖

Just like baking, flood risk reduction takes the right ingredients, perfect timing & a dash of patience. At the King County Flood Control District, we’re helping keep King County safe from soggy bottoms! 🌊🍞

#nosoggybottoms #floodsafety #kcflooddistrict
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · Sep 22
Happy #FallEquinox! 🍁 As seasons shift, flood season is close behind. Prepare now & keep your family safe.

Visit our Flood Resources page to learn how to #BeFloodReady:
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Flood Resources | King County Flood Control District
A comprehensive list of flood preparedness resources for the King County Flood Control District including flood alerts.
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · Sep 18
🌍💧 September 28 is #WorldRiversDay! From the Cedar & Sammamish to the Green-Duwamish, Snoqualmie-South Fork Skykomish & White, King County’s rivers sustain us all.

Celebrate with us & learn more in our new blog: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/celebrating-...

#floodsafety #kcflooddistrict
Celebrating World Rivers Day: Honoring King County’s Rivers - King County Flood Control District
By Steven Schauer, Deputy Executive Director As we approach World Rivers Day, which falls this year on Sunday, September 28, 2025, the King County Flood Control District (KCFCD) is proud to celebrate ...
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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · Sep 17
On #ConstitutionDay we reflect on our shared responsibility to serve the public good. At the King County Flood Control District, we help reduce flood risks & restore habitats to protect communities today & for generations to come.💙

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King County Flood Control District @kcflooddistrict.bsky.social · Sep 16
This #PollutionPreventionWeek we highlight how flood risk reduction & habitat restoration go hand-in-hand. Cleaner floodplains & restored streams protect water, fish, & communities across King County. 💙

#FloodSafety #CleanWater