Help Prevent Localized Flooding
Leaves and debris can cause localized flooding if they are allowed to
cover storm drains in the street. Many residents mistakenly blow or
sweep their fallen leaves into the street, not realizing they become a
safety and stormwater hazard to their property and neighborhood.
The storm drains in your street capture, move, and release rain water
into the nearest stream to keep excess water away from your property.
How Can You Help?
- Check to make sure storm drains in your neighborhood are clear of debris before major storm events
- Rake fallen leaves into your yard waste bin
- Use leaves as mulch on garden beds and landscaped areas
- Join the Adopt-A-Drain program
- Please make sure any landscaping companies hired by your Home Owners Association also refrain from blowing leaves into the street.
Report Blocked Storm Drains
To report blocked drains during the day please call 425-488-0118 and for after hours please call 425-486-1254.
If you would like to know more information please visit our
emergency preparedness page for flood safety tips.