Weather Advisory Update - September 28-29, 2013

The National Weather Service is calling for high winds and heavy rain this weekend. Rain will increase dramatically starting tomorrow (September 28) and into the evening hours. A stronger storm is expected to roll in Sunday and continue into Sunday evening. They are unusual storms for September and have the potential for producing record rains.

Heavy rains reduce driver’s visibility and can result in the flooding of roads. Wind can result in downed trees and other debris on roadways.

Be prepared and make smart choices:

• When driving, turn on your lights, slow down and watch for bicyclists and pedestrians.
• If you see flooding on a roadway – turn around, don’t drown.
• Clear out storm drains and culverts adjacent to your property to prevent flooding.

To request help or report a road hazard:

• Life-threatening - emergency response - call 9-1-1
• Report a road hazard - after hours – non-emergency response - 503-629-0111
• Report a road hazard - during business hours M-F 8am-5pm - 503-846-ROAD (846-7623) or [email protected]
• Online form to request a non-emergency road service (M-F 8am-5pm)
• The appropriate city for flooding in city neighborhoods and on county roads within cities
• Clean Water Services at 503-681-3600 for flooding in urban unincorporated areas

This weekend’s self-serve sand bag locations (bring your own shovel):

• Banks – Sunset Park – Main Street
• Fire District #2 – 15200 SW Midway Road
• Forest Grove Fire Station – 19th and Ash Street
• Forest Grove – Gales Creek Fire Station – 52155 NW Old Wilson River Rd
• Cornelius Public Works – 1300 S. Kodiak Circle

Media Contact:

Stephen Roberts, Communications Coordinator
(503) 846-4963
[email protected]