Recent news has highlighted how disasters can strike suddenly, making clear communication with residents essential for their safety. This is especially important for families with vulnerable members who may need extra time to evacuate.
In Walla Walla County, hazards like flooding and wildfires can lead to evacuation notices. Level three evacuations “GO” (Life Safety), require immediate action and are communicated through a federal system that contacts cell towers in the area. However, level 1 ("Ready") and level 2 ("Set") alerts depend on a database of residents who subscribe to our Emergency Notification System. Despite efforts to raise awareness, we need more subscriptions to ensure timely alerts during emergencies.
Walla Walla County Emergency Management uses the Everbridge system to inform the public about critical situations, including evacuation orders and shelter-in-place notices. Timely notifications can save lives and protect property.
For Everbridge to be truly effective, participation is essential — and that starts with us. Signing up is quick and easy, requiring just a few minutes to complete an online form. Once registered, you can add multiple locations you'd like to receive alerts for, such as your workplace, your child’s school or daycare, a family member’s home, or any other address important to you. Adding additional locations does not prevent others from registering the same address, so everyone stays informed.
Please sign up for Everbridge by visiting the link below:
https://member.everbridge.net/892807736724315/new
Due to the lack of an active Flood Control District in the City of Waitsburg, the City is tasked with maintaining the various Flood Control Levees, Dike and other facilities that help reduce flooding during high water event. Below are links to the City’s Flood Response Plan and 72 Hour preparation kit. Question regarding the City’s Flood Mitigation plans can be directed to the City Administrator by email at administrator@cityofwaitsburg.com
Walla Walla County Flood Response Plan
Touchet River Levee Project Exhibits
2020 Flooding