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Floodplain & Flooding
Updates & Notifications
- Find updates on local conditions at the Columbia County WA E-911 Emergency Management Facebook page.
- In the case of emergency call 911.
- In a non-emergency notification of flood events, call 509-382-2518.
- For weather-related updates and flood advisories visit the National Weather Service.
- National Flood Insurance Program Help Center 1-800-427-4661.
Resources
- FEMA Resources for Renters and Homeowners
- Answers to Questions about Substantially Damaged Buildings (PDF)
- FEMA Publication List (PDF)
- FEMA Flood Map Service Center
Re-Entering Your Home
- Return home only when local officials say it is safe to do so.
- Before entering, check for structural damage. Contact the Planning & Building Department at 509-382-4676 for a safety assessment.
- Turn off any outside gas lines at the meter or tank and let the house air. Do not strike a match as there may have been a gas leak.
- Be careful about turning on the power again. Watch for electrical shorts and live wires. Do not use water-damaged appliances.
- Document your flood losses and contact your insurance agent for flood loss claims.
- Dry your house slowly. Carpets and drywall may have to be removed. Water may be trapped between walls and will not dry.
- Building permits are required but fees may be waived during a flood emergency.
- Document damage and start clean-up. Learn more by visiting the Floodsmart Document Damage page.
- Start a claim. Immediately report your claim to your insurance agent or carrier. Learn more by visiting the Floodsmart page.
Contacts by Jurisdiction
Columbia County
Dena Martin, Planning Manager
Email Dena Martin
Clint Atteberry, Building Official
Email Clint Atteberry
Columbia County Planning and Building
114 S 2nd Street
Dayton, WA 99328
509-382-4676
City of Dayton
Deb Hays, City Clerk
Email Deb Hays
Dayton City Hall
111 S. 1st Street
Dayton, WA 99328
509-382-2361
City of Waitsburg
Randy Hinchliffe, City Administrator
Email Randy Hinchcliffe
Brittany Zuger, Administrative Assistant
Email Brittany Zuger
Waitsburg City Hall
147 Main Street
Waitsburg, WA 99361
509-337-6371
Town of Starbuck
Skip Russell, City Administrator
Email the Town of Starbuck
Starbuck Town Hall
Starbuck, WA 99359
509-399-2100