News Flash

 As Snohomish County wrestles with winter storms, we wanted to provide you with some safety tips and resources. 

Check Commute Routes Before Traveling on Roadways

• Check Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) traffic cameras for real-time road conditions: http://www.wsdot.com/traffic/
• For recent Snohomish County road closures: http://www.snoco.org/App4/SPW/PWApp/roads/emclosure/index.html
• Priority routes that will be sanded and/or plowed in Snohomish County: http://www.snoco.org/App4/SPW/PublicWorks/RoadMaint/snowIcePlanRouteMap.html

Report Power Outages to PUD

• Report a power outage (or check to see when power will be restored) by calling the Snohomish County Public Utility District (PUD) at 425-783-1001 or online: reportoutage.snopud.com

Phone Numbers for Emergency Services

• For emergencies where there is an immediate threat to life or property, call 911
• All other emergencies, call 425-407-3999
• For health and human services needs, including cold weather shelters, call 211

Safety Tips

• Do not use smokers, charcoal grills or propane grills inside in any enclosed space, including your home, apartment or garage.
• Plan to stay home and avoid driving if possible.
• Make sure cell phones are fully charged before the storm arrives.
• Check on elderly neighbors and those with special needs.
• Provide warm shelter for pets.
• Do not walk on frozen bodies of water. Only the surface layer is frozen and it is too thin to walk on.

Avoid sledding on or near public roadways.