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    Published November 23 2024

    A large tree that came down in the Bomb Cyclone storm Nov. 19 hangs over West Lake Sammamish Parkway.

    Last updated Dec. 10

    A bomb cyclone lashed Bellevue Nov. 19, bringing down trees throughout the city and leaving hundreds of thousands without power across the region. Status updates regarding the city's response are posted here.

    Debris Collection

    Monday, Nov. 25, through Friday, Dec. 13, Republic Services will collect up to 192 gallons (six 32-gallon units) of extra yard debris at the curb during customers' regular collection day at no additional cost. Importantly, the debris must be in your bin, a bag or bundled at curbside to be collected.

    Service updates, details on what can be included in collection and proper disposal procedures can be found at Republic Services Bellevue. If your regular collection was not picked up, call Republic Services at 425-452-4762.

    King County's Solid Waste Division offered free storm debris collection at its transfer stations during the weekends of Dec. 14-15, Dec 21-22 and Jan. 11-12. Consult Solid Waste Division bulletins for updates. 

    Damage Assessments and Recovery Resources

    King County Emergency Management is collecting information on damage sustained during the storm to help assess whether our region may be eligible for state or federal disaster recovery resources. You can find information on how to report damages at the KCEM website. King County Executive Dow Constantine also issued an emergency proclamation and the county is pursuing options to help community members recover from this storm. More information on those efforts will be posted here and at the county level. 

    Power Outages

    Puget Sound Energy announced Nov. 25 they had restored power to 99% of customers who lost it during the windstorm. People are advised to find the latest updates on outages at PSE.com/en/outage-map and refer to the Storm Alert banner at the top of the page for the latest PSE communication. PSE reminds people to never touch or go within 35 feet of downed power lines. Call PSE at 1-888-225-5773 to report new downed lines or trees in power lines.

    Food Safety and Disposal

    Know when to throw out food and protect yourself from a food-borne illness during this prolonged power outage. Follow food safety tips from Public Health - Seattle & King County. Put food you are throwing out in your Republic Services compost container. Food can be placed in the container loose or in a paper or compostable bag; plastic bags are not acceptable in the compost container.

    Bellevue residents who lost food purchased with SNAP benefits due to the cyclone have until Dec. 19 to report food loss. The USDA Food and Nutrition Service granted a waiver extending the reporting period for residents of multiple Washington counties. The State Department of Social and Health Services has the details.

    Facilities Status

    All city facilities are fully operational, with some closures remaining in parks as crews continue cleanup efforts. City parks and recreation facilities hours and status updates are being posted on the Parks & Community Services page. City facilities all have power and the city also has wheelchair charging stations at City Hall, Crossroads Community Center, Highland Community Center, North Bellevue Community Center, South Bellevue Community Center and the Northwest Arts Center. 

    Free public Wi-Fi is available at city community centers, City Hall and many parks. 

    City Operations

    Bellevue’s Fire, Police, Transportation and Utilities crews have responded to hundreds of calls for service. City crews worked around the clock to clear streets of downed trees and debris and strategically deploy generator resources to keep water and wastewater stations functioning. All Bellevue street closures have now been opened, with city crews working around the clock in the past week to clear them of trees and debris. The Transportation Department has an interactive map available of any relevant closures. To report downed trees (not involving power lines, as those must be cleared by PSE first) or other hazards in the right of way, call 425-452-7840 or email O&MSupport@bellevuewa.gov. Power has been restored to all street light in the city.

    Trees

    Trees on private property that appear to pose an immediate safety risk may be permitted for immediate removal. People must send photos of each tree, with a close-up of the base, to luzi@bellevuewa.gov for response and confirmation. The property address and location of the tree(s) on the property must be included.

    Trees may have caused damage to personal property such as homes, decks or other structures. For help determining permitting required to make repairs to damaged structures, please reach out to buildingreview@bellevuewa.gov. 

    Weather Update

    Visit the National Weather Service’s Bellevue page for the latest weather information.

    Flooding

    With rain following the windstorm and debris littering the ground, we can all help prevent flooding by making sure storm drains are clear of debris. View information, in multiple languages, on how to prevent flooding and what to do if your home or business at risk of flooding.

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    Translated Content and General Safety

    Community members are encouraged to check on their neighbors, clear storm drains of debris and refer to the safety tips below. Tips in 繁體中文, Русский, español, tiếng Việt and 日本語 are available at Windstorms.

    Safety Tips

    • Do not use gasoline-powered machinery, such as generators, indoors or in a garage; toxic fumes can build up and are dangerous! Only operate generators outdoors. Plug appliances directly into the generator using heavy duty, properly grounded extension cords that aren’t worn or frayed.
    • Do not use charcoal grills indoors. Dangerous carbon monoxide can result.
    • Do not use a gas range or oven for room heating. A fuel-burning heater, such as a kerosene heater, requires plenty of ventilation to prevent buildup of harmful fumes. Place heaters on a hard surface away from flammable materials. Never leave children or pets alone when using a portable heater.
    • Turn off lights and appliances, including your furnace, and unplug sensitive electronic devices, like computers to avoid a circuit overload when power is restored. Leave one light switch on so you’ll know when service returns.
    • Keep freezer and refrigerator doors closed; open them only when necessary.
    • Food will usually stay frozen for 36-48 hours in a fully loaded freezer if you keep the door closed. A half-full freezer will generally keep food frozen for 24 hours.

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