City of Auburn Emergency Management

06/12/2026

With hotter temperatures expected in the coming days, cooling centers will be available throughout Auburn to help residents stay safe and comfortable.

Additional places to stay cool are listed at www.auburnwa.gov/emergencyinfo 🌡️🔥

06/12/2026

Hot weather is on the way. Don't let it catch you off guard 🔥🌡️

06/05/2026

Fireworks stands are officially open, and we've begun our annual fireworks enforcement emphasis. 🎆

A reminder to residents: Fireworks are illegal within Auburn city limits, except on reservation land where they are permitted under tribal regulations. 🚔

Help keep our community safe by celebrating responsibly and following local laws. If you choose to purchase fireworks, be aware of where they can and cannot be legally used. 🇺🇸

06/05/2026

06/04/2026

CAMP MURRAY, Wash. – Washington residents who sustained losses from the December storms and flooding have one week remaining to apply for federal assistance. The deadline is June 10, 2026.

06/04/2026

🪾 Dry conditions continue across Washington 🌵

2026 marks the third consecutive year of drought declared by the Washington State Department of Ecology. But, Auburn customers can help by conserving water early, especially outdoors! Small actions now can help manage demand later in the season. During this time, you may see the City conducting routine system flushing, which is necessary to maintain water quality, and will be conducted efficiently.

The City will continue to monitor conditions and will provide updates as needed, including any additional measures if conditions change.

You can learn more about Washington's drougt response on the Department of Ecology's website: https://ecology.wa.gov/water-shorelines/water-supply/water-availability/statewide-conditions/drought-response

06/02/2026

Impacted by the December floods? You have until June 10th to apply for assistance from FEMA and SBA✅

Representatives from both agencies will be at the opening day of the Auburn Farmers Market on June 7th to answer questions and help with applications.

If you experienced any damage during the December 2025 flooding, the deadline to apply for federal assistance is June 10, 2026. You may be eligible for:

• FEMA assistance: Apply at disasterassistance.gov, call 800-621-3362, or download the FEMA app.
• Small Business Administration (SBA) low-interest disaster loans: Apply at sba.gov/disaster or call 800-659-2955.

Even if you’re not sure you qualify, you’re encouraged to apply.

Need help in person? FEMA and SBA staff will be available at:

• June 4: Kent City Hall (220 4th Ave. S., Kent), 2-6 p.m.
• June 6: Duvall Days Festival (located on Main Street in Duvall), 7 a.m. to 5 p.m.
• June 6: Pawfest at accesso ShoWare Center (625 W. James St., Kent), 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
• June 7: Auburn Farmers Market at Les Grove Park (1140 Auburn Way S., Auburn), 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
• Tuesdays-Fridays through June 10: King County Elections (919 S.W. Grady Way, Renton), 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

06/01/2026

Heads up, Auburn! The FIFA World Cup is coming to Seattle this summer, and while the matches are not happening here in Auburn, regional traffic may still be affected on game days.

Seattle will host six matches at Seattle Stadium/Lumen Field:

Monday, June 15 at noon: Belgium vs. Egypt
Friday, June 19 at noon: United States vs. Australia
Wednesday, June 24 at noon: Qatar vs. TBD
Friday, June 26 at 8 p.m.: Egypt vs. Iran
Wednesday, July 1 at 1 p.m.: Round of 32
Monday, July 6 at 5 p.m.: Round of 16

If you’re heading north, traveling through Seattle, using transit, or planning airport/downtown trips on these dates, give yourself extra time and check traffic before you go. The biggest local impacts are expected around Seattle, but major events can create ripple effects across the region -- especially during commute windows!

Plan ahead, travel safely and keep an eye on real-time traffic and transit updates before you head out.

05/18/2026

We had a great time supporting Auburn's Petpalooza this year! Thanks to everyone who stopped by and to our amazing Auburn Area Emergency Communications Team (AAECT) members who came out to support the event ❤️

05/13/2026

Were you or someone you know impacted by the December floods? FEMA and SBA will be in Auburn this weekend (May 16 - 17) to assist with applications and answer questions from 10am to 6pm at the Outlet Collection mall parking lot, 1101 Outlet Collection Way.

If you’d like in-person assistance with FEMA or SBA disaster assistance applications, there will be a pop-up mobile Disaster Assistance Center this weekend (May 16-17) at The Outlet Collectio…