With a significant weather system forecast to impact the region over the next several days, the Curry County Road Department issued a press release Wednesday, March 26th, informing the public that the Curry County Road Department is preparing for the possibility of up to 5 inches of rain this week.
To help residents protect their property and homes, sand and sandbags are available for pickup outside the Road Department Gate located at 28425 Hunter Creek Rd, Gold Beach, OR.
Due to limited supplies, residents are asked to take only what they need to safeguard their property and to be advised that sand and bags are self-service, and assistance with filling bags will not be available.
On Monday, March 17th, Curry County Emergency Management issued a press release after the area experienced several days of significant precipitation and extreme flooding causing widespread damage to roads, commercial properties and homes.
Emergency Manager for Curry County, Jeff Hughes, advised residents and property owners who sustain damage from the flooding to document the damage by taking clear photographs, gather written statements, and contact their insurance company as soon as possible to begin processing claims.
For further information residents are encouraged to contact Jeff Hughes at (541) 247-3263 or via email at Jeff.Hughes@currycountyor.gov.
