NWS Pendleton has issued a Flood Warning for the Naches River near Naches from tonight until Thursday morning … or until the warning is cancelled. Minor flooding is forecasted.
Yakima Valley Office of Emergency Management strongly urges residents to:
• Listen to NOAA Weather Radio, local radio or television stations for information/ updates.
• Be aware of streams, drainage canals and areas known to flood suddenly.
• People living in low-lying areas are encourage starting moving property away from the river bank and keep an eye on river levels.
• Livestock owners should also make sure higher ground is available for their animals, if living in flood prone areas.
• Secure your home. If time permits, secure items located outside the house. Ensure your is full car of fuel, and ready. Motorists are reminded not to drive through flood waters, but instead to “turn around, don’t drown".
• Stay away from flood waters.
• We cannot say this enough--Do NOT attempt to drive over flooded roads. The depth of water is not always obvious. The road bed may be washed out under the water, and you could be stranded or trapped.
