Flooding Guide and Storm Recovery Resources
I am continuing to monitor conditions in the Eighth District as severe weather impacts our community. My office will continue to update this page as additional resources become available.
FOR EMERGENCIES, CALL 911 OR TEXT SHELTER to 4FEMA (43362)
If you are currently displaced by flooding, call 211 for help and support
General Resources
- Washington Emergency Management
- American Red Cross Flood Safety Tips
- National Weather Service - Hazards
- NWS Weather Prediction Center
- NWS Water Prediction Center
- SAMHSA Disaster Distress Helpline for Immediate Crisis Counseling
Federal Disaster Assistance
FEMA announced that federal disaster assistance is available to the state of Washington to supplement recovery efforts in the areas affected by severe storms, straight-line winds, flooding, landslides and mudslides from December 5-19, 2025.
Individuals and families who sustained losses in the designated areas should first file claims with their insurance providers and then apply for assistance online at www.DisasterAssistance.gov, by calling 1-800-621-3362 or by using the FEMA App.
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) announced the availability of low interest federal disaster loans to Washington businesses, private nonprofits and residents to offset physical and economic losses from the 2025 Severe Winter Storms occurring Dec. 5 — 22, 2025. The SBA issued a disaster declaration in response to a request received from Gov. Bob Ferguson.
Businesses and nonprofits are eligible to apply for business physical disaster loans and may borrow up to $2 million to repair or replace disaster-damaged or destroyed real estate, machinery and equipment, inventory, and other business assets.
Homeowners and renters are eligible to apply for home and personal property loans and may borrow up to $100,000 to replace or repair personal property, such as clothing, furniture, cars, and appliances. Homeowners may apply for up to $500,000 to replace or repair their primary residence.
SBA’s Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program is available to eligible small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives, nurseries and private nonprofit (PNP)organizations including faith-based organizations impacted by financial losses directly related to this disaster. The SBA is unable to provide disaster loans to agricultural producers, farmers, or ranchers, except for aquaculture enterprises. To apply online, visit sba.gov/disaster. Applicants may also call SBA’s Customer Service Center at (800) 659-2955 or email disastercustomerservice@sba.gov for more information on SBA disaster assistance. For people who are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech disability, please dial 7-1-1 to access telecommunications relay services. The deadline to return physical damage applications is April 27. The deadline to return economic injury applications is Nov. 24.
Flood Insurance Claim and Disaster Relief Resources
- Website: How to Start a Flood Insurance Claim
- Video: How to Secure Documents in Preparation for a Flood
- Video: How to Document Damage
- Fact Sheet: Starting Your Recovery: FEMA's Flood Insurance Claims Process
- Flyer: Identifying Your Advocates After a Flood
- Website: How to Document Damage
- Booklet: Recovering Financially After a Flood
- For resources on how to save your family treasures, visit Save Your Family Treasures | FEMA.gov.
State Disaster Assistance
Washingtonians whose homes were damaged in the floods are able to apply for state assistance to help with their immediate needs.
Those who suffered damage during the storm are encouraged to submit an Unmet Needs Assessment Form. Impacted individuals should visit SAHelp.org or call 833-719-4981 and provide their zip code to start the process. After filling out the form, case managers will determine eligibility for Household Needs Grants, which help cover costs associated with recovery to include short-term housing, small home repairs, and food replacement.
LOCAL RESOURCES
Current Road Maps and Outage Updates
- WSDOT Road Closure Map: Travel Center Map | WSDOT
- Snohomish County Road Closure Map: Recent Snohomish County Road Closure Information
- Snohomish County PUD Outage Map:https://outagemap.snopud.com/
- Chelan County PUD Outage Map: https://chelanpud.org
- PSE Outage Resources: PSE | Outage resources
- Tacoma Public Utilities Outage Map and Resources: http://mytpu.org/OutageMap
County Resources
Snohomish County
- Snohomish County Emergency Alerts: https://snohomish-county-public-safety-hub-snoco-gis.hub.arcgis.com/pages/51965e89fcc8478aa5f87f2d3696efd7
- Snohomish County Public Safety Hub flood page: https://bit.ly/snocoflooding
- Snohomish County Real-Time Flood Information: https://snohomish.onerain.com/home.php
- Snohomish County Solid Waste Voucher Link: Solid Waste | Snohomish County, WA - Official Website
- Sheriff’s Office on X: https://x.com/SnoCoSheriff
- Road Closure Map: https://snoco-gis.maps.arcgis.com/apps/webappviewer/index.html?id=15578784822345459c008d66ed1253ab
Pierce County
- Pierce County Alerts and Notifications: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/ready
- Pierce County Flood Alerts and Notifications: https://www.piercecountywa.gov/AlertCenter.aspx?CID=31
- Pierce County Road Closures: Road Alerts | Pierce County, WA - Official Website
King County
- King County Flood Warning System: https://flood.kingcounty.gov/
- King County Flood Alerts: King County Flood Alerts
- King County Road Closures: King County My Commute
Chelan County
- Chelan County emergency alert signup: https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/emergency-management/pages/emergency-alerts
- Chelan County Sandbag Pickup: https://www.co.chelan.wa.us/news/article/sandbags-available-at-county-public-works-shops
Kittitas County
- Kittitas County Sheriff Facebook Page
- Kittitas County Emergency Management: Kittitas County Sheriff | Emergency Management
- Kittitas County Flooding Map: Kittitas County - ToltHawk
- NWS Forecast Map Seattle/Tacoma: http://www.weather.gov/sew/