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Emergency shelters for those evacuating flooding in WA

Flooding in Carnation Flooding in Carnation, WA on December 9, 2025 after the first round of an atmospheric river hit Western Washington.

The American Red Cross Northwest Region and emergency management crews across our state are monitoring flood activity in Washington and opening shelters as needed.

“Anyone impacted by flooding is welcome at our flooding evacuation centers to connect with others, get a warm meal, and find support,” the Red Cross shared.

Here are the shelters that are currently open:

Chehalis

St. John’s Lutheran Church, 2190 Jackson Hwy, Chehalis, WA 98532

Concrete

Concrete High School: 7830 South Superior Avenue, Concrete, WA 98237

Lynden

North County Christ the King, 1816 – 18th Street, Lynden

Sonlight Church, 8800 Bender Road, Lynden

Monroe

Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 4H Building: 14405 179th Ave. SE, Monroe, WA 98272

Mount Vernon

Bethany Covenant Church – Red Cross Shelter: 1318 S 18th St, Mount Vernon, WA 98274

  • Contact: 1-800-RED CROSS (800-733-2767)
  • Pets are not allowed at this shelter

Sedro-Woolley

  • 534 Township St., Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
    • Contact: 360-855-1484
    • Pets must remain outside
    • Space available for vehicles, RVs, and trailers if needed
  • Family Promise at Central United Methodist Church
    • Address: 1013 Polte Rd, Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284
    • Contact: 360-854-0743
    • Pets will be accommodated if possible

KIRO 7’s Meteorologists have called Pinpoint Alert Days through Thursday because of the weather. They’re monitoring strong winds, heavy rains, and extreme flooding.

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