Pierce County collected stories from residents who live and work here about their flooding experiences. Some have had their homes threatened by flood waters. Others have searched flooded areas or helped residents put their lives back together after a flood. Listen to their stories.
Jeff's Story
A search and rescue volunteer and land development professional on flooding.
A search and rescue volunteer and land development professional on flooding.
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Jeremy's Story
After buying his dream house, a flooding creek moved in. Now he is taking an ambitious step.
After buying his dream house, a flooding creek moved in. Now he is taking an ambitious step.
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Marcie's Story
A resident who experienced flooding and built a home with flood resiliency in mind.
A resident who experienced flooding and built a home with flood resiliency in mind.
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Norma's Story
A former Army medic and emergency medical services professional talks about her experience with flooding.
A former Army medic and emergency medical services professional talks about her experience with flooding.
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Jay's Story
A Deputy for Pierce County and member of Swift Water Rescue, Jay works to keep residents safe.
A Deputy for Pierce County and member of Swift Water Rescue, Jay works to keep residents safe.
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Dennis' Story
A county resident who helps others determine the safest place to build homes to reduce flooding risks.
A county resident who helps others determine the safest place to build homes to reduce flooding risks.
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