Comments sought on draft emergency water supply plan

Bomb cyclone storm impacts

A bomb cyclone windstorm lashed Bellevue the night of Tuesday, Nov. 19, bringing down trees throughout the city and leaving hundreds of thousands without power. Most city facilities have power and many are available to warm up and charge devices during business hours. The mayor proclaimed a civil emergency in the city due to the storm's extensive damage. Regular updates about the city's response to the storm are being posted at Bomb Cyclone Storm.

Beware of Utility Scams During Emergencies

Bellevue Utilities will typically contact you in advance if they need to access your home for repairs or inspections. If you are unsure, call Bellevue Utilities at 425-452-6932 to confirm if someone is supposed to be at your home.

Yard Debris Collection after Wind Storm

Now through Friday, Dec. 6, Republic Services will collect up to 192 gallons (six 32-gallon units) of extra yard debris in bins, bags and bundles during your regular collection day at no additional cost. King County residents can drop off tree limbs, and other woody debris without paying the standard yard waste fee at the Bow Lake, Cedar Falls, Enumclaw, Factoria, Shoreline, and Vashon facilities. Get more info.

Published December 8 2022

The City of Bellevue has developed a plan to restore water service sooner to more customers after a severe earthquake. Residents and businesses are invited to provide feedback on the draft plan as part of the State Environmental Policy Act review.

Bellevue’s water system and regional water supplies are vulnerable to significant impacts from major earthquakes. Studies predict most customers could lose their water service for one to three months while the system is repaired after a severe earthquake.

The draft Emergency Water Supply Master Plan has goals and recommendations for making Bellevue’s water supply system more resilient, including continuing the scheduled replacement of water mains and construction of emergency wells.

Bellevue residents and businesses can review the draft Emergency Water Supply Master Plan and use the Nov. 17 Weekly Permit Bulletin for instructions on providing feedback. Comments will be collected through early January.