EMERGENCY RESOURCES AND INFORMATION

We care about your safety and your experience in Leavenworth. Conditions can change due to weather, smoke, or other emergencies, so we encourage visitors to stay informed and plan ahead.

Daily Storm Updates

12/14/25 – Power has been fully restored throughout the Leavenworth community, and local businesses are open and ready to welcome you. We extend our sincere thanks to the utility, city, and county crews who worked tirelessly day and night on behalf of our community.
Work on the Christmas lights in the park trees is expected to begin later today so we can fully light the park over the next day or so. All Christmastown activities will resume as scheduled this week through Christmas Eve. **I90 and Blewett Pass are open to Leavenworth as an alternative to Highway 2**

12/13/25 – Power has returned to portions of the Leavenworth area including the downtown core. We appreciate your patience with local businesses as they reopen, restaurants may be slower to open due to food loss, and we ask that everyone be mindful of the many crews working in and around Leavenworth on post-storm cleanup. Park lights will remain off this weekend while remaining power issues are addressed, and repairs are being planned by our lighting crews so the park lights can be enjoyed once again next week.

12/12/25 – Downtown Update: Flooded areas are not in the downtown commercial district. Power has not yet been restored. Village of Lights festivities in the park and Gazebo have been canceled for the weekend. Huge thanks to the hardworking power crews, City & County teams working nonstop on storm cleanup and recovery.

12/11/25 – Leavenworth is recovering from severe storm damage and a major power outage affecting over 5,000 residents. Crews are clearing fallen trees and power lines, repairing park infrastructure, and restoring essential services. Due to this, the Front Street Park lights and Christmastown gazebo programming will not run this weekend. We expect to have the lights back on before next weekend once repairs and power restoration are complete.

For updates: leavenworth.org/emergency-resources

12/11/25 Due to the significant and ongoing impact of recent weather events in Leavenworth, Washington, the Village of Lights display and Gazebo events in Front Street Park for the Christmastown festival will not be illuminated this weekend.

12/11/25 A widespread power outage is impacting more than 5,000 Chelan County residents, including many within city limits, with downed trees and power lines reported throughout neighborhoods.
Restoring power—especially to critical medical resources—is the top priority. During the outage, the Chamber is assessing tree damage in Front Street Park and repairing lights impacted by extreme winds and debris. We have equipment and crew standing by to ensure the lights are back up for next weekend.

Stay in the loop—follow our social media channels for the latest Leavenworth updates.

Helpful Tools

Quick links and resources to help you stay informed and plan a safe, enjoyable visit.

Mountain Passes and Winter Travel

Before heading to Leavenworth, we recommend checking pass reports and road conditions to help plan a safe trip. Highway 2 is closed at this time; however, visitors can still reach Leavenworth by traveling I-90 to Highway 97.

Drive with care and follow guidance from transportation and safety officials.

Live Web Cameras

Seeing is believing, and Leavenworth’s live webcams give you a real-time view of the current air quality and weather conditions in and around town. They’re also a great way to view the Village of Lights at any time during winter months.

Know Before You Go Checklist (in case of wildfire activity)

Okanogan-Wenatchee National Forest– links to current fire area closures, trail and road closures, campfire restrictions, and more.
InciWeb-Incident Information System for Wildfires– Reporting tool for fire incident related information by state.
Washington State Parks– Search for park-specific alerts, restrictions and notifications.
Washington State Department of Transportation closures, delays, and road conditions with live webcams: US-2 between Monroe & Leavenworth HERE, US-2 between Wenatchee & Leavenworth HERE
Weather Conditions– Current weather and forecasts for the Leavenworth area.
Chelan County Emergency Management– Public Alert system for emergencies in the county.

Air Quality Monitors

Leavenworth’s real-time air quality conditions can help you plan your visit and daily activities based on current conditions. Checking the Air Quality Index (AQI) allows visitors to make informed decisions about outdoor recreation, travel, and event participation—especially during periods of smoke or changing weather. View the current AQI for Leavenworth here to stay informed and plan accordingly.

AQI air quality index Leavenworth link.

Give a Schnitzel!

Visit Leavenworth’s Wildfire Resource page is designed with resident and visitor safety and peace of mind at heart. Caring for our visitors, community, and pristine natural environment helps make Leavenworth a special place for all.

As you plan your summer adventures here, we remind you to Give a Schnitzel about your own safety, the safety of others, and the well-being of our environment. With the onset of the drier summer months, staying informed about wildfire risks is crucial.

Recreation Ambassadors

To offer a friendly “Willkommen,” Leavenworth employs recreation ambassadors at key points of interest including trailheads, river put-ins, and take-outs throughout the area. These ambassadors are chock-full of information, maps, supplies, and even some swag to help visitors enjoy the outdoors responsibly and safely.

Willkommen Center (Welcome Center)

For comprehensive information on all things Leavenworth, including any fire related news, stop by, email, or call the Willkommen Center, located at 940 Highway 2, Suite B in Leavenworth. Staffed with experts seven days a week from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Visitor Center provides details about current activities and events, shopping and dining options, attractions, outdoor recreation, and more. Free WIFI and Public Restrooms.

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