Weather forecast is for continued rain over the next couple of days and the National Weather Service has issued a flood watch for Lane County through Thursday. Actual conditions are difficult to predict therefore it is always a good idea to be prepared for power outages and other storm consequences.

Lane County Sheriff’s Office is encouraging local residents to be prepared.

• Be on the lookout for localized flooding. Do not go near, walk, swim or drive through flood waters
• Be aware that trees could fall as a result of saturated soils
• Watch for local road closures
• Avoid downed power lines
• Check on elderly persons, children at home alone, and any special needs family, friends or neighbors to see if they need assistance
• Postpone any unnecessary travel to the coast until conditions improve

If safe to do so:

• Store or tie down outdoor furniture
• Turn off water and electricity in any flood prone structures. Unplug appliances in flood prone areas, do not touch if wet
• If deep water, let it flow into the basement (may avoid structural damage)
• Elevate valuables on tables or to upper floors of flood prone structures
• Understanding that power outages are widespread, if safe to do so, please check on others who may be without power and in need of assistance.

Please be aware that property owners are responsible for protecting their own property.  Please do not call 911 unless there is life threatening emergency.

Amber Fossen

Public Information Officer

Lane County Government

125 E. Eighth Ave.

Eugene, Oregon 97401

541.682.3718

541.359.9143 (cell)

www.lanecounty.org

www.facebook.com/LaneCountyGovernment