City of Olympia – News Release
HELP PREVENT FLOODING – RAKE A DRAIN
City crews will be working to keep storm drains clear, but with over 6,300 storm drains in Olympia, we could use your help! If minor flooding occurs, use a garden rake or shovel and remove the leaves from the storm drain. Leaves, sand and other debris can clog storm drains and cause local flooding. Remember, safety first – if you feel it is unsafe, or there is severe flooding, please contact Public Works Emergency Dispatch for assistance.
Don’t Rake Leaves into the Street:
Be sure you remove the leaves and debris off the street or they will just return during the next storm. See the below options for leaves; remember, your actions make a difference.
Have Leaves?
Try one of the options below for your excess leaves:
- Turn them into Compost: Put sustainability into action – use your leaves for compost or mulch around your plants. When properly used as mulch or compost, leaves provide an outstanding organic matter and nutrients to the soil. Get more information about composting on our website.
- Put them in Your Organics Cart: Put your leaves into your organics cart so they can be recycled and turned into rich reusable compost. Don’t have an organics cart? Call 360.753.8340 to sign up.
Need Assistance?
If flooding is severe and you are unable to clear the drain, please call Public Works Emergency Dispatch at 360.753.8333, TTY 360.753.8270.
