Emergency operations in Umatilla County transitioning to recovery operations

UMATILLA, Ore.-- As emergency needs related to recent flooding in Umatilla County have turned into recovery activities, the Umatilla County Emergency Operations Center has transitioned into Recovery Operations and reduced staffing.

Emergency management professionals continue to coordinate of efforts with the many volunteer organizations, agencies and municipalities that have responded to the area. 

Some road and travel restrictions remain in place:  

• Mill Creek area is closed on the Oregon side of the state line but work continues with an anticipated reopening this Friday.  
• Walla Walla River road is open only to local residents and emergency personnel.  Work crews continue to work on the roadway. 
• Bingham road and roads along the Umatilla River are opened up to Meacham Creek.  
• Cayuse road is open to Thorn Hollow.

The Umatilla Emergency Operations Center phones will no longer be staffed. 

Anyone needing help can contact one of the following organizations: 

• CAPECO for donations 541-276-1926. 
• RED CROSS caseworker for IMMEDIATE needs (such as food and clothing) 541-215-2908.
• For help with Debris Cleanup or Mold Remediation please visit: www.crisiscleanup.org or call 844-965-1386.

As always citizens needing assistance can call Umatilla County Sheriff’s Office 24 hour dispatch center at 541-966-3651. In an emergency, call 911.