Historic flooding in Washington has caused significant damage, particularly in the Snoqualmie Valley, following three weeks of heavy rainfall. The Snohomish River overflowed on December 10, leading to evacuations and the closure of the Sno-Valley Center & Food Market in Carnation from December 9 to 12. As waters recede, requests for temporary shelter and financial assistance are expected to rise, impacting food assistance programs reliant on flooded farms.
Communities experiencing poverty are disproportionately affected, facing challenges such as property damage and loss of work without sufficient savings. To assist those impacted, individuals can contribute to Hopelink’s “area of greatest need” fund, support the Farmer Flood Relief Fund for affected farms, or volunteer for cleanup efforts at Food Bank Farm.
Resources are available for those affected by the flooding. People can call 211 or visit wa211.org for help with shelter, food, and more. Cash assistance is also available for King County residents through the Department of Social & Health Services. Additionally, King County is offering free flood debris disposal on weekends through January 2026.
