Story Published:
Jan 10, 2009 at 4:22 PM PST
Story Updated:
Jan 10, 2009 at 4:22 PM PST
The American Red Cross still has open shelters for Western Washington residents who have been affected by rising floodwaters.
Residents are asked to bring toiletries including toothpaste, blankets, sleeping bags, pillows, clothing, towels, and washcloths. Pets are not allowed in shelters.
Red Cross shelter locations:
King CountyRed Cross Shelter at Saint Matthew's Lutheran Church
1700 Edmonds Avenue NE
Renton, WA
Lewis CountyRed Cross Shelter at Westminster Presbyterian Church
349 North Market Blvd
Chehalis, WA
Snohomish CountyRed Cross Shelter at the Rock Church
16891 146th Street SE
Monroe, WA
Whatcom CountyRed Cross Shelter at Whatcom New Life
2290 Main Street
Ferndale, WA
Skagit CountyRed Cross Shelter at St. Catherine Catholic Mission
45603 Limestone Street
Concrete, WA
Red Cross Shelter at Marblemount Assembly of God
59850 SR 20
Marblemount, WA
Even though the Red Cross cannot accept pets in shelter, the Red Cross knows that pets are an important part of the family so residents needing assistance with animals should contact their local animal control or humane society.
King County residents should call King County Animal Care and Control at 206-296-PETS(7387).
Seattle residents should call the Seattle Animal Shelter at 206-386-PETS (7387).
Kitsap County residents should call Kitsap Humane Society at 360-698-9654.
Pierce County residents should call Pierce County Animal Control at 253-798-PETS (7387).
Snohomish County residents should call Snohomish Animal Control at 425-388-3440.