Emerald City Flood Scenario: Update 3

The nursing home’s emergency plan calls for relocating residents with acute medical care needs to the Community Hospital. Residents without acute medical needs will be sheltered.

The American Red Cross, in collaboration with the Salvation Army, are managing the shelters and providing food for displaced residents.

The Public Works Department and the Health Department are monitoring the water intake at the Water Treatment Plant for signs of chemical contamination. Public Works crews are placing sandbags to protect the Water Treatment Plant.

A set of four photos Photo 1: (far left) flooded house. Photo 2: (second from left) shelter in gymnasium with people on cots. Photo 3: (second from right) house with large porch. Photo 4: (far right) family with baby.

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