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An atmospheric river bringing more rainfall to portions of Clatsop County on Saturday and Sunday may increase the chance of minor flooding and landslides according to the National Weather Service in Portland. If you live in an area historically impacted by flooding, have an action plan to…

Due to a series of atmospheric rivers, coastal rivers have a 40-60% chance of reaching minor flood stage and 10-30% chance of reaching major flood stage this weekend into early next week. Multiple fronts will produce Gale Force wind gusts with hazardous seas across the waters into early next…

Clatsop County is welcoming applications for an open seat on the Human Services Advisory Council.The Human Services Advisory Council advises the Board of County Commissioners on developmental disabilities, mental health and alcohol and drug abuse services. The council meets the first Thursday of…

 With the return of colder weather and winter storms, Clatsop County Public Health Department is encouraging people to make sure they have working carbon monoxide detectors in each bedroom.Carbon monoxide is a colorless, odorless, toxic gas that is produced when anything is burned. In a person’s…

With Thanksgiving kicking off the holiday season, more people will start gathering to celebrate. That also makes it an ideal time for respiratory viruses to spread.“Our hope for this holiday season is that people stay healthy and that they spread joy, not viruses. There are a few simple steps we…

In advance of the upcoming Veterans Day holiday, Clatsop County’s buildings will be illuminated green Nov. 6 through 12 as part of Operation Green Light for Veterans.This national collaborative initiative of the National Association of Counties supports military veterans, and raises awareness…

World Tsunami Awareness Day is this Sunday, Nov. 5, and there are two things Clatsop County Emergency Management Department would like for you to know. “Whether it is a tsunami from the Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake or a distant tsunami, you first need to know if you will need to get to…

Clatsop County is accepting applications for a vacancy on the County-wide Budget Committee.  Budget committee members review the proposed overall county budget, make recommendations and approve the proposed budget for adoption by the county commissioners.The committee is made up of five county…