2011 DNRP archived news releases

April 28 meeting in Vashon to discuss new flood maps, coastal shoreline study
Results of a new coastal flood hazard study, draft flood maps of King County’s marine shorelines and new proposed coastal flood regulations are the subject of a public meeting, set for April 28 at 6 p.m. in the Vashon High School Commons.

Wastemobile: Household hazardous waste collection comes to Vashon, April 22-24
Vashon-Maury Island residents can safely dispose of old car batteries, oil, paint and other household hazardous waste when the Wastemobile continues its 22nd year of service with a stop on Vashon, April 22-24.

One mile of Puget Sound shoreline preserved in deal between Camp Fire USA, King County
King County Executive Dow Constantine and the Camp Fire USA Central Puget Sound Council today signed a land preservation agreement that will permanently protect one mile of pristine Puget Sound shoreline on southwest Vashon Island from development and allow Camp Sealth, a recreational and environmental education camp, to continue its legacy of providing the region’s youth with fun and educational outdoor activities.

King County Flood Warning Center closes as rivers recede following heavy rainfall
The King County Flood Warning Center closed Friday afternoon, April 1, following more than two days of monitoring rain-swollen rivers.

See how King County protects environment; 2010 DNRP annual report now available
King County residents can learn how their county's natural resources are managed by reading the Department of Natural Resources and Parks (DNRP) 2010 annual report, "Environmental Stewardship in King County," now available online.

King County responds to community concerns of high water along Lake Sammamish
Removing invasive aquatic plants and increasing regular vegetation management are two of the steps that King County is taking as part of a comprehensive strategy to address seasonal high water levels that affect Lake Sammamish shoreline residents.

King County honoring its Earth Heroes
Students, parents, teachers and staff members – all with a commitment to hands-on environmental stewardship – will be honored by King County Executive Dow Constantine at the County’s annual Earth Heroes at School ceremony next month.

King County Flood Warning Center opens to monitor rising Tolt River flows
The King County Flood Warning Center opened at 8:30 a.m. on Wednesday, March 30, to monitor rising flows on the Tolt River from heavy rainfall in the area.

Snoqualmie River rises to Phase II flood alert level; wet weather continues in King County
The Snoqualmie River has risen to a Phase II flood alert level following several hours of persistent rainfall across the region, according to the King County Flood Warning Center, where staff continue to monitor minor flooding conditions.

Snoqualmie River up to Phase III flood alert; as rain continues in portions of King County
The Snoqualmie River, swollen by heavy rainfall, has reached a Phase III flood alert level with flooding expected across much of the Snoqualmie Valley, according to the King County Flood Warning Center, which has been monitoring flood conditions since early Wednesday morning.