The following is a release from the city of Kirkland:

The recent stormy weather is a good reminder to be ready for what Mother Nature and Old Man Winter might bring this year. The city of Kirkland offers the following resources, phone numbers to report storm related hazards, and ways to stay informed.

The City appreciates your help in keeping storm drains clear of leaves and debris to allow for the proper drainage of rainwater. Also, home and business owners are responsible for keeping sidewalks and private storm drains clear of debris (e.g. leaves, snow).

Resources

• Personal, family and business preparedness
  • Have an emergency supply kit
• Fall/Winter weather preparedness (PDF)
• Sandbag filling station information

Important Contact Information

• To report road, flooding, and spill hazards in the city of Kirkland call Pubilc Works Maintenance at 425-587-3900 (24-hour)
  • Email pwservicerequest@kirklandwa.gov (not monitored 24-hour)
• To report a power outage or downed power line, call Puget Sound Energy, 1-888-225-5773
  • Outage Map
  • Stay clear of a downed power line
• For questions about collection service delays, call Waste Management, 1-800-592-9995,wmnorthwest.com/weatherboard

Stay informed

• Subscribe to the city’s Neighborhood News email list
• Follow the city (@kirklandgov) and Kirkland OEM (@OEMKirkland) on Twitter
• Vist weather.gov/seattle for current conditions