💙 National Love People Day reminds us why we do what we do: helping to protect people from flood risks! From levees to revetments, every project helps reduce flood risk across the county. Because nothing says love like a safe community. 🌧️🏠 Learn more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org
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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.
☕️ Happy National Coffee Day…that’s every day in the Pacific Northwest. Right? Like the best barista, the King County Flood Control District is working for you. Our daily grind is reducing flood risks, helping to protect people, property, and your favorite coffee house. #nationalcoffeeday #coffee
Hey, it's Monday! Here's a video of the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River. Hope this helps you get through the day. #Mondaymood#whiteRiver #happymonday #mondayvibes
Happy #NationalPublicLandsDay!🌿 Many of King County’s riverside parks and trails are protected by flood risk reduction projects. Get outside this weekend: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/celebrate-na... #NationalPublicLandsDay #FloodSafety #PublicLands
Sept 27 is #WorldRiversDay! The King County Flood Control District is proud to help protect area rivers through flood risk reduction, habitat restoration, and community resiliency. Learn more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/world-rivers... #kcflooddistrict #floodsafety #befloodready
Hi! It's your friends at the King County Flood Control District. Here's a timeline cleanse for you. Stop here and enjoy 12 seconds of peace along the Tolt River. You’re welcome. #TimelineCleanse #DailyCalm #MindfulMoments
Happy Fall Equinox! 🍁 As seasons shift, flood season is close behind. Prepare now & keep your family safe. You can learn how to Be Flood Ready by visiting: 👉 kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/be-flood-ready #FallEquinox #BeFloodReady #FloodSafety #kcflooddistrict
This #PollutionPreventionWeek the theme is “A Better Tomorrow Starts with Pollution Prevention Today.” We know flood risk reduction & habitat restoration go hand-in-hand. Cleaner floodplains & restored streams protect communities, water, and fish across King County. 💙 #FloodSafety #CleanWater
On this #WorldWaterMonitoringDay, we are helping to build global public awareness and involvement in protecting water resources. The King County Flood Control District is committed to reducing flood risk in our waterways and helping to ensure that they remain a vital resource for everyone.
The King County Flood Control District teams up with EarthCorps! Learn more about the collaboration with EarthCorps: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/shared-visio... #kcflooddistrict #earthcorps #collaboration #pnwrestoration
September is #NationalPreparednessMonth. Take time to know your risks, update your emergency plan and supplies, and connect with your neighbors. Learn more from our latest blog: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/national-pre...
The King County Flood Control District recognizes National Hispanic Heritage Month by honoring the history, culture & contributions of Hispanic & Latino communities in King County. Together, we build resilience & safer communities for all. 💙 #HispanicHeritageMonth #FloodSafety #kcflooddistrict
Hey, it's Monday! Here's a video of a sunny day along the White River near Game Farm Wilderness Park. Hope this helps you get through the day. #Mondaymood #whiteRiver #happymonday #mondayvibes
On this Patriot Day – the 25th anniversary of September 11 – we encourage everyone to pause for a moment of reflection, remembering the lives lost and honoring the courage of first responders, survivors, and families. Please look out for one another, today and every day. #NeverForget #PatriotDay
2026 Steve Bleifuhs Memorial Flood Reduction Grant Program awards over $14.3M to 39 projects across King County. Learn more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/king-county-... #floodreduction #grants #kcflooddistrict
Be Flood Ready wins NAFSMA 2026 Award for Communications Excellence! NAFSMA’s award honors outreach that advances public understanding of flood risk, emergency preparedness, or water quality. Watch the awards recap video to learn more. www.nafsma.org/awards #NAFSMA #firstplace #befloodready
Hi! It's your friends at the King County Flood Control District. Here's a timeline cleanse for you. Stop here and enjoy 10 seconds of peace along the Cedar River. You’re welcome. 😀
On Labor Day, we will celebrate the hard work and dedication of people across King County, especially those who help keep our communities safe, healthy, and resilient. Our office will be closed on Sept 7 and will reopen on Sept 8. We wish you a safe and restful holiday weekend! #LaborDay
This Labor Day, we're recognizing the dedicated King County crews who work year-round to maintain levees, revetments, floodwalls, pump stations, and other flood risk reduction infrastructure. Read more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/labor-day-20... #LaborDay
🐟 It’s salmon season in King County! 🐟 It's a Pacific Northwest tradition to watch these incredible fish return to our rivers & streams. 📍 Find top viewing spots with Salmon Seeson's interactive map: bit.ly/3HI6ySW #SalmonSeason #SalmonSeeson #PNW
Hey, it's Monday! Here's a pretty photo of the North Fork Snoqualmie River. Hope this helps you get through the day. #Mondaymood #CedarRiver #happymonday #mondayvibes
It’s #NationalThoughtfulDay Thoughtful flood risk reduction means investing in resilient infrastructure, restoring natural systems, understanding community needs, and preparing for future floods. We’re working today to help protect people, communities, and the environment tomorrow.
September is #NationalPreparednessMonth! Take time this month to know your risks, make a family emergency plan, build an emergency kit, and connect with your neighbors. Learn more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/national-pre...
National Preparedness Month: Take Time This September to Get Ready - King County Flood Control District
By Steven Schauer, Deputy Executive Director September is National Preparedness Month, a time to reflect on the importance of being ready for emergencies before they happen. Whether it’s an extended p...
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Happy Women’s Equality Day! Equality is a principle guiding how we serve our communities. We consider equity in our work to reduce flood risks, restore ecosystems, and build community resilience. Here’s to a more equitable future for everyone. 💙 #WomensEqualityDay #Equality #Equity
It’s Be Kind to Humankind Week! One way to be kind is to help protect the people and places we call home. Being prepared for flooding is another way we can look out for one another. Learn more at: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/be-flood-ready #BeKindToHumankindWeek #BeFloodReady
Be Flood Ready | King County Flood Control District
A comprehensive list of be flood ready flood preparedness resources for the King County Flood Control District including flood alerts.
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☀️ It may feel like the height of summer, but flood season is only about six weeks away. Visit our Be Flood Ready page for flood safety tips, preparedness resources, and information about your flood risk. Learn more: kingcountyfloodcontrol.org/be-flood-rea... #BeFloodReady
Be Flood Ready | King County Flood Control District
A comprehensive list of be flood ready flood preparedness resources for the King County Flood Control District including flood alerts.
kingcountyfloodcontrol.org
📸 Happy World Photography Day! King County's rivers provide endless inspiration for photographers. Share your favorite photos of local rivers, streams, and river parks in the comments. We'd love to see the beauty of our waterways through your lens! #WorldPhotographyDay #GetOutside
Happy #SerendipityDay! 🍀 Flood risk reduction is built on planning and preparation, but some of the best outcomes are “serendipitous” like when flood risk reduction also restores habitat, improves water quality, supports wildlife, and creates great places for people to enjoy nature.
Hey, it's Monday! Here's a peaceful video of the Cedar River at Belmondo Ranch Park. Hope that helps you get through the day. #Mondaymood #CedarRiver #happymonday #mondayvibes
Happy World Lizard Day! King County is home to two native lizard species: the Northern Alligator Lizard and the Western Fence Lizard. Protecting and restoring river, stream, and floodplain habitats helps people and wildlife thrive - including our scaly neighbors. #WorldLizardDay #EcosystemHealth