As record-setting floods overflow the banks of rivers in Western Washington during the current atmospheric river storm, Federal Way residents may be wondering about their own risk.

In general, Federal Way has a low to moderate risk of flooding, according to the Department of Ecology. As of now, Federal Way residents shouldn’t worry about any flood risks to their homes.

This is quite a contrast to other nearby areas including the Snoqualmie Valley, Kent, Auburn, Algona, Pacific, Puyallup, Orting and more. So far there there have been mudslides, water rescues, evacuations, power outages, stuck vehicles and flooded roads leading to closures.

Federal Way Emergency Manager Kevin Pelley shared that “we have been very vigilant during this winter storm. Our Public Works crews have been proa

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