Community Flood Forum

Helping Our Community Prepare Before Disaster Strikes

At Valley Insurance, we believe protecting our community goes beyond insurance policies. Each year, we host a Community Flood Forum to bring together local residents, emergency management professionals, and subject matter experts to discuss flooding risks, preparedness, and recovery resources. 

Flooding around the Snoqualmie River after heavy rains moved into the area on Oct. 22, 2019, on NE Tolt Hill Road. Photo: King5

Prepared communities are resilient communities, and we're proud to be part of that effort.

Whether you're a homeowner, renter, business owner, or simply interested in protecting your property and loved ones, staying informed is one of the best ways to prepare for future events. 

Interested in next year's Flood Forum? We encourage you to check back for future event announcements, resources, and educational opportunities as they become available. 

Local Resources

Where to Go for Help

Trusted local and county sources for flood alerts, preparation, and recovery.

King County Water & Land Resources

Visit King County Flood Services >

Flood warnings and river conditions, emergency contacts, sandbag locations, flood hazard maps, and home elevation and buyout programs.

Snoqualmie Valley Preservation Alliance

svpa.us

Flood response and recovery resources, including relief grants, state and federal aid, volunteer opportunities, and ways to support local farms.

Floodzilla Gauge Network

floodzilla.com 

Live river gauges along the Snoqualmie River, with alerts you can follow from your computer or phone. App available on iOS and Google Play.

Emergency Management, City of Duvall

duvallwa.gov

Emergency alert sign-up, local preparedness and emergency plans, and contact details for the Emergency Management Coordinator.

Forum Recordings

Watch the Flood Forum

Video recordings form the October 2026 Flood Forum

Recordings coming soon.
We are editing the forum sessions and will post them here.

Our commitment to the Valley

Whether you've flooded before or just want to be ready.

Our 2026 Flood Forum has already taken place, but the conversations and resources shared remain as important as ever. 

rescue

This year's forum covered topics including: 

Understanding local flood risks and changing weather patterns
Flood insurance options and common misconceptions
Emergency preparedness planning for families and property owners
Community response and recovery resources
Steps homeowners can take to reduce flood-related damage
Updates from local and regional flood resilience efforts

Why Flood Insurance Matters

1 inch

of water can cause thousands of dollars in damage

Homeowners policies don't cover flood damage.

Flood insurance can help protect your home, belongings, business, and financial future. Even properties outside of high-risk flood zones can experience flooding due to heavy rainfall, drainage issues, changing weather patterns, and unexpected flood events. 

Our goal is to empower community members with the knowledge, tools, and resources they need to make informed decisions about protecting what matters most. 

Have questions about flood insurance?

Our team is here to help. Contact Valley Insurance to discuss your flood risk, coverage options, and strategies to protect your family, home, business, and future.