Prevent flooding during heavy rain events



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Clear storm drains of fall leaves

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Prevent flooding during heavy rain events

Fall has finally arrived! Forecasts are calling for widespread rain and wind this weekend. Rain combined with falling leaves are the perfect recipe for clogging storm drains.

Kitsap County Public Works and your local jurisdictions work hard to reduce flooding [ [link removed] ] potential, but community members can help [ [link removed] ] reduce the chance of flooding in their neighborhood. Take advantage of this week's sunny days and prepare your home for the rainy season.

How to prevent clogged storm drains

* Keep neighborhood storm drains free of leaves and debris.  
* If you see a clogged storm drain, use a rake, shovel handle or stick to clear the drain.  
* If this does not help, report the blockage on Kitsap County's app: SeeClickFix [ [link removed] ]. 
* NEVER remove a storm drain lid or attempt to clean a drain located in a busy street.  
* Do not wade into water when you are unsure of the depth. 

*Check your gutters and downspouts * 

* Clear gutters and downspouts of leaves and debris.  
* Replace leaky or broken gutters.  
* Make sure downspouts are directed away from your house. 

*Disposing of leaves* 


* Dispose of leaves by turning them into compost [ [link removed] ]for your garden, putting them in curbside yard waste bins [ [link removed] ], or taking them to local composting facilities. 
* If you use a landscaping company, ask the landscaper to take the leaves with them.  
* Do not blow or sweep leaves into the road, ditches or storm drains. 

To report blocked storm drains or flooding issues in your area, use the SeeClickFix app [ [link removed] ] or call Kitsap1: 360.337.5777. 

 


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Know where to report flooding?

Use our SeeClickFix [ [link removed] ]app, call Kitsap1: 360.337.5777 or email [email protected]




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