Northwest Flooding

Torrential rains in the Northwest have led to deadly floods and mudslides, causing major disruption in transportation and supply lines. The governors of Washington and Oregon declared states of emergency after high winds and extraordinarily heavy rains swept through the region. Below are some resources for coping with the flooding and the aftermath.

Protect Yourself

• What To Do Before a Flood (FEMA)
• What To Do During a Flood (FEMA)
• Flood-Contaminated Foods (CDC)
• Hazards of Flood Cleanup Work (CDC)
• Gather Emergency Supplies (CDC)
• Food and Water Concerns (CDC)
• Safe Drug Use after a Natural Disaster (FDA)

Evacuations

• Information for Disaster Evacuees (CDC)
• General Information on Evacuation Centers (CDC)

Stress & Mental Health

• Coping With Disaster (CDC)
• Self-Care Steps After a Disaster (SAMHSA)
• Preventing Violence After a Natural Disaster (CDC)
• Maintain a Healthy State of Mind (CDC)
• Also see "For First Responders" (below)

Aid & Assistance

• Flood Insurance Program (FloodSmart.gov)
• Apply for Assistance (FEMA)
• State & Local Health Departments (CDC)

For First Responders

• Worker Safety During a Flood (CDC)
• Tips for Managing & Preventing Stress (SAMHSA)
• Disaster Counseling (SAMHSA)

Recovery

• Mold, Moisture, and Your Home (EPA)
• Home Septic System After a Flood (EPA)
• Mold Remediation in School and Commercial Buildings (EPA)
• Flood Cleanup (EPA)
• Cleanup of Flood Water (CDC)

Pets

• Animals in Evacuation Centers (CDC)
• Protect Your Pets in an Emergency (CDC)

For Affected Residents: For Washington residents with immediate needs, we encourage you to contact the Red Cross. Call the Red Cross at 1-866-GET-INFO (1-800-438-4636), and they will put you in touch with local resources. Individuals who have suffered hardships in the storm may be eligible for food assistance. Contact the State Department of Social and Health Services at: 1-877-980-9180 or Apply online at www.onlinecso.dshs.wa.gov.

The State of Washington established a site that includes information on floods and how to restore your home or business.

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