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Emergency Preparedness
The Puget Sound region is susceptible to flooding, earthquakes, eruptions, pandemics, hazardous spills, critical weather conditions, and more. We rarely know when they will happen or where they will happen. The City of Covington would like you to consider advance preparation for disasters or emergency situations.
12/07/09 - BEWARE OF BLACK ICE AND MORE
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Road conditions in the winter can change suddenly and drastically in the blink of an eye. Stay up-to-date on road and pass conditions, tire requirements and more from WSDOT by clicking for info. | 
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10/26/09 - MAKE A PLAN. START A KIT. STAY ALERT.
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The City of Covington urges residents to get prepared for the side effects of the expected Green River Valley Flooding. Click for info and find a tip sheet you can print, display, send to friends and family, or put up in your business or HOA. |
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10/12/09 - SIGN UP TO GET EMERGENCY ALERTS BY EMAIL
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If you would like to receive alerts regarding emergency situations in or near Covington via email, sign up for Police E-Alerts at the bottom of the page. Other info-by-email options include News, Calendar, and other City related categories. |
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10/7/09 - NEWS ABOUT SWINE FLU VACCINE
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King County just released information about what the vaccine is all about, when it is coming, where to get it, and more. Click the Info button to the right or click on Forms above and find the "Who, What, Where, When for the Swine Flu" document under Emergency Management. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Will Covington be flooded? According to the information released by the Army Corp of Engineers and King County, Covington will not be affected by Howard Hanson Dam flood waters, only the valley cities of Auburn, Kent, Tukwila, Renton and South Seattle. View maps from our neighboring cities: Kent flood scenario map, Kent evacuation scenario map and Auburn flood scenario map.
Do I Need Flood Insurance? Purchasing flood insurance is a decision that you will have to make. While flooding from the Howard Hanson Dam will not reach Covington, be aware that heavy rains this season could impact Jenkins Creek and other bodies of water in Covington. If you have been contacted by FEMA about getting flood insurance, we recommend you follow their advice.
What effect will the flooding have on Covington? Covington is on higher ground and borders up to Kent and Auburn. Kent-Kangley Road is a direct evacuation route as set by the City of Kent for their residents and Highway 18 will be a likely evacuation route from Auburn. If flood victims flee toward Covington, there will be traffic delays around the business district. With the valley flooded, it may create a barrier from Covington residents getting to work (if they work in or across the valley) and it may also prevent Covington residents from getting home. In addition, there may be delivery issues for businesses and possibilities for shelters in the area.
When will Swine Flu vaccines be available? According to King County Public Health, once the vaccine is available, most individuals and families in King County will be able to get their H1N1 influenza vaccine at the same place they get the seasonal flu vaccine, such as Public Health clinics and many private health care providers and pharmacies. Find out more details at the King County Public Health Web site.
How to Prepare
These useful links and guides will help you and your family to assemble your preparedness plan.
Important Phone Numbers and Web sites
Emergency/Disaster Information
Local Information
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