Know disaster before it arrives - public meeting Tuesday Sept 24

Bothell Way in Lake Forest Park
25% of this water came from Shoreline

Public meeting set for hazard reduction plan

The King County Regional Hazard Mitigation Partnership invites King County residents to participate in a public meeting being held September 24, where the results of County's most recent disaster analysis will be displayed and discussed.

Whether you live in an urban or rural area of King County, everyone needs to prepare before disaster strikes. Our region is subject to flooding, earthquakes, severe storms, and other natural disasters. Although you may not have experienced these firsthand, knowing how to prepare for these events by recognizing risks and identifying potential hazards through hazard mitigation is critical.

Tuesday, September 24, 6 – 8pm, Shoreline City Hall, 17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline 98133

The meetings will open with a brief presentation on the results and progress of the King County Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan, which is being updated in line with King County's commitment to creating communities that are more resilient to disasters. After the presentation, there will be an open house with computer model simulation and hazard maps to show countywide disaster vulnerabilities. Some of these vulnerabilities are:

• Earthquake
• Flood – 50-year, 100-year and 500-year events
• Wildfire
• Landslides and mass movements
• Severe weather

Partnership members and staff will be available to answer questions. A computer model will be available to demonstrate estimated damages if an earthquake or flood were to affect your community. Based on the results, experts will be available to discuss mitigation options that could limit future damage to your residence or property. Personal preparedness information will also be available to take home.

More information on the King County Regional Hazard Mitigation Plan