Clackamas County Flooding Emergency: Evacuate Now or Prepare to Leave!
The situation is dire: Clackamas County is facing a severe flooding crisis, and residents' lives are at stake. The Clackamas River and its tributaries are threatening multiple areas, prompting urgent evacuation notices.
Evacuation Shelter Details:
- Location: Clackamas Community College, Gregory Forum, at 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City. See map link
- Hours: Open 24/7 during the flooding event.
- Pet Policy: Pets and service animals are welcome.
Evacuation Notices:
- Paradise Point: A Level 3 (Go Now!) notice is in effect for Paradise Point and nearby streets. Extreme danger is imminent. Evacuate immediately, and do not delay to collect possessions.
- Carver Mobile Home Ranch: Another Level 3 notice is issued for this area. Residents must leave now; their lives are at risk.
- Dickie Prairie Road: From 34501 to 36004, a Level 3 evacuation is ordered due to the Clackamas River's threat. The situation is extremely dangerous.
But here's where it gets controversial: some areas are under Level 2 (Be Set) notices, indicating a slightly lower risk, but still with a strong warning to evacuate.
- East Sandy River Lane: A Level 2 notice is in place for this lane, yet the message is to evacuate immediately due to extreme danger.
- Shady Dell Road and Fawn Lane: These areas are also under a Level 2 notice, but the urgency to leave is emphasized.
Other locations are under Level 1 (Be Ready) notices, meaning flooding is possible, and residents should be prepared to evacuate:
- Johnson Creek: Low-lying areas along Johnson Creek within Clackamas County and Milwaukie are under a Level 1 notice.
- SE Paradise Road, SE Woods Road, and SE Starr Road: These areas southwest of Eagle Creek are advised to be ready to leave.
- Carver Mobile Home Ranch: The area south of Highway 224 is also under a Level 1 notice.
And this is the part most people miss: even if your area is not under an evacuation notice, you should still be prepared. Flooding can change rapidly, and conditions may worsen.
Additional Level 2 Evacuation Notices:
- South Clark Lane and South Palmer Road: The area between these roads and the Clackamas River is at risk.
- Tranquility Drive: Properties between S Bakers Ferry Road and the river are included in the evacuation notice.
- SE Dowty Road and Eagle Creek: The area south of the bridge and north of 24370 SE Dowty Road is affected, along with properties west of Dowty Road.
- SE Semple Road: Low-lying areas along the north side of the Clackamas River are included.
- S South Clackamas River Drive to S Clackamas River Drive: The evacuation area is between these roads and the river.
- S Clackamas River Drive: Low-lying areas north of this road and west of Sah-Hah-Lee Golf Course are also under notice.
- Clackamas River between Estacada and Oregon City: Residents along this stretch are advised to be ready.
Level 1 Evacuation Notices:
- Oregon City: The Edgewater at the Cove apartment complex, an area between Main Street and the shopping center, and 82nd Street Drive are all under Level 1 notices.
- Molalla, Pudding, and Butte Rivers: Low-lying areas along these rivers should prepare for potential flooding.
Stay Informed: For detailed evacuation maps and preparedness information, visit the Flooding Preparedness page. Stay updated with the latest news and take all necessary precautions. Your safety is paramount.
Controversial Question: Are the varying evacuation notice levels causing confusion or clarity? Share your thoughts below. Remember, being prepared can make all the difference in an emergency.
