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Update: Green River rises to minor flood phase, no impacts expected to Auburn or downstream areas of Green River Valley
Summary King County opened its Flood Warning Center at 7:45 p.m. on Tuesday, March 17, to monitor minor flooding along…
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Federal clean energy tax credits accelerate King County’s climate goals with projects that prevent pollution and save taxpayers millions
From installing rooftop solar panels and EV charging stations, to building battery backup systems and deploying electric vehicle fleets, King County continues making progress toward ambitious climate goals that cut greenhouse gas emissions and help communities prepare…
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UPDATE: With rainfall easing, King County Flood Warning Center closes after monitoring minor flood risk along Snoqualmie River
UPDATE – 830 a.m.: With heavy rainfall easing and river flows receding in the upper Snoqualmie River basin, the King…
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UPDATE: King County Flood Warning Center closes following brief, minor flooding along Snoqualmie River
March 8, 2026 – 7 p.m. UPDATE: Rainfall has eased across much of eastern King County, and river levels are…
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King County’s Conservation Futures grant funding supports two new farmland access projects
In keeping with recent years, the King County Conservation Futures grant program continues investing in nonprofit-led projects by purchasing land…

DNRP Field Notes
Our talented workforce protects and restores the natural environment for the people, fish, and wildlife of King County, promoting more resilient, sustainable, equitable communities. We restore habitat, build and operate major infrastructure that protects Puget Sound, transform waste management to reduce carbon emissions, and expand and enhance regional parks and trails, all of which contribute to our region’s unique quality of life.
DNRP Field Notes extends this mission by offering a behind-the-scenes look at the people, places, and projects shaping King County’s environment. Through field notes, project updates, photo essays, and stories from our teams and partners, we highlight the science, creativity, and collaboration that drive our work. It’s a space designed to make our environmental stewardship more accessible, connect readers with the communities we serve, and share the innovations, challenges, and everyday moments that define our commitment to a healthier, more resilient region.
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