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SDOT-Traffic-Major-Disruption January 13, 2021 @ 5:23 pm
Alert from Seattle DOT, SCL is reporting multiple power outages. Use caution and treat dark signals as all-way stop, for details: www.twitter.com/sdottraffic

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AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Weekly Update – January 9 – 15, 2021

January 15, 2021 @ 2:27 pm

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This weekly alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. Seattle News City of Seattle Approved to be Vaccine Distributor; Seattle Fire Department Launches Mobile Vaccination […] Read more »

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Weekly Update – January 1 – 8, 2020

January 8, 2021 @ 3:10 pm

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This weekly alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. Seattle News Mayor Durkan Issues Statement on New Statewide Reopening Guidelines Child Care Copay Relief Extended […] Read more »

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Weekly Update – December 24 – 31, 2020

December 31, 2020 @ 1:45 pm

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This weekly alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. Seattle News City of Seattle Can Help Pay Your Electric and Utility Bills Governor’s Office, WA […] Read more »

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Weekly Update – December 19 – 24, 2020

December 24, 2020 @ 10:10 am

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This weekly alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. Seattle News Three New Curative Testing Kiosks Will Open to Add COVID-19 Testing Capacity to North, […] Read more »

Winter Weather Preparedness

December 22, 2020 @ 3:04 pm

December 21st was the official start of winter, and winter brings plenty of hazards, including rain, snow, wind, and landslides. Being prepared for winter hazards is important, especially as we all spend more time at home as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. Winter Hazards The winter months bring us plenty of weather, and with […] Read more »

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AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Weekly Update – January 9 – 15, 2021

January 15, 2021 @ 2:27 pm

AlertSeattle: COVID-19 Subscribers – This weekly alert provides new and updated information and links to City of Seattle programs and services for residents impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. It also contains helpful city, county, state and federal resources. Seattle News City of Seattle Approved to be Vaccine Distributor; Seattle Fire Department Launches Mobile Vaccination [&[...] Read more »

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Stay Safe!

Adopt-a-Drain
Join volunteers across the city who are maintaining storm drains, a critical part of our utility infrastructure.
Live Wire Warning
Keep your distance from a downed line and report it at 684-3000.
Darkened Intersections
Treat all darkened intersections as a four way stop and to be cautious of drivers who may not stop.
Apartments without Fire Alarms
Apartment buildings without power for long periods of time will lose their fire alarm systems. Conduct a fire watch to keep residents safe.
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning
Do not use barbecue or other open flame sources in the home. The smoke from an open flame indoors can lead to death or injury from carbon monoxide poisoning.

Emergency Numbers

Call 911 for life or property threatening emergencies.
Power, sewer, water, drainage: (206) 684-3000
Blockage below street surface: (206) 386-1800
Fallen trees: (206) 386-1218
Roadway obstructions: (206) 386-1218
Traffic signal problems: (206) 386-1206
Landslides: (206) 684-8950
Electrical outage hotline: (206) 684-7400
Temporary shelter: (800) 621-4636
King County Damage Report Hotline: (800) 523-5044