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Chelan County included in state's disaster request

Chelan County included in state's disaster request

Chelan County is among 10 counties included in a request to President Trump from Governor Ferguson that a federal major disaster declaration be made following December’s historic storms.

Posted: January 26, 2026

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Have you suffered property damages from the recent flooding, windstorm?

Have you suffered property damages from the recent flooding, windstorm?

An online form is available on the Chelan County Emergency Management website to help residents report damage from the windstorm and flooding that occurred on our local river systems on Dec. 10.

Posted: December 18, 2025

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Flood warning in effect through Saturday

Flood warning in effect through Saturday

The Chelan County Sheriff’s Office of Emergency Management alerts residents to the National Weather Service’s recently issued Flood Warnings. Of special concern are burn scar areas from recent wildfires and the county’s steep hillsides and canyons.

Posted: December 10, 2025

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Sign up for emergency alerts from Chelan County

Sign up for emergency alerts from Chelan County

Are you signed up for the Chelan County emergency alert system? Sign up to receive alerts via text, email or voicemail in both English and Spanish.

Posted: July 03, 2025

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Protecting Stehekin, its citizens our top priority in Pioneer Fire

Protecting Stehekin, its citizens our top priority in Pioneer Fire

In a message to Stehekin residents and others concerned about the Pioneer Fire, the Chelan County Sheriff's Office assures the public that emergency responders and Complex Incident Management Teams are united in one goal: Protect the community of Stehekin.

Posted: July 20, 2024

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Chelan, Douglas counties switching to new emergency alert system on April 1

Chelan, Douglas counties switching to new emergency alert system on April 1

Beginning April 1, Chelan and Douglas counties will switch to a new emergency alert system called Everbridge. Residents of both counties are encouraged to sign up for the alert system.

Posted: March 28, 2024

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AlertSense notices go out to public asking for updates

AlertSense notices go out to public asking for updates

Chelan County Emergency Management is sending notices for those people registered with AlertSense, the county’s emergency alert system. The county is asking users to update their contact information.

Posted: February 15, 2024

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Call if you can, text if you can't

Call if you can, text if you can't

RiverCom 911, along with its partner law, fire and emergency responder agencies in Chelan and Douglas counties, is pleased to announce Text-to-911 is now available to Chelan and Douglas county residents and visitors.

Posted: August 28, 2023

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Omicron EOC deactivated, duties transitioned to health district

Omicron EOC deactivated, duties transitioned to health district

The Omicron Emergency Operations Center, stood up in January in response to the highly contagious COVID variant, was deactivated on Feb. 11.

Posted: February 14, 2022

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Chelan County Calendar

Upcoming events and schedules at the county!

  • 07
    Mar 2026
    09:00 AM - 04:00 PM

    Monthly Drop-Off Saturday - March 7, 2026

    Posted by: Solid Waste Management

    Drop-Off Saturday at the Moderate Risk Waste Facility is March 7

    Chelan County Moderate Risk Waste Facility
  • 20
    Feb 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 20
    Feb 2026
    01:30 PM - 02:00 PM

    Public Meeting: Certify Election

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 18
    Feb 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office
  • 13
    Feb 2026
    09:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Public Meeting: Public Canvassing Board Meetings

    Posted by: Chelan County Elections

    The Canvassing Board of Chelan County, pursuant to RCW 29A.60.160, will hold public meetings at the dates and times listed below. The meetings of the Canvassing Board are open, public meetings under the applicable provisions of chapter 42.30 RCW, and each meeting shall be continued until the activity for which the meeting is held has been completed.

    Chelan County Auditor’s Office