Emergency & Storm Response
Better traffic control and planning, with Rose City Flagging.
Portland Emergency Traffic Control Services
When emergencies strike it’s important to have a team you can rely on. While a majority of road traffic control services are handled with plenty of time to plan and organize in advance, occasionally services are needed immediately following an emergency to keep the road safe. Rose City Flagging can help dispatch teams in a quick and effective manner to make sure any areas impacted during an emergency or storm are kept safe for motorists.
we specialize in delivering prompt, professional, and reliable traffic control solutions during severe weather or fire related events.
- Rapid Emergency Dispatch:We maintain a storm-response-ready crew that can be deployed quickly across Portland and SW Washington. When every minute counts, our team is already on the move.
- Downed Tree & Power Line Traffic Control:In collaboration with local utilities and public works crews, we secure areas around downed trees or power lines to prevent accidents and keep emergency personnel safe while they work.
- Fire Support & Line Crew Assistance::During wildfire events, we mobilize rapidly to assist line crews with traffic control and site security. Our teams help ensure safe access for emergency responders and utility workers, protecting both personnel and the public in fast-evolving, high-risk environments.
- Custom Traffic Control Plans For Emerency Recovery:No two storms are the same. We assess each situation to develop traffic control strategies that fit the exact conditions on the ground, always prioritizing safety and efficiency.


Why Choose Our Flagging & Traffic Control Solutions
- Expert Coordination:Our experienced traffic control team handles the complexities of lane closures and detour planning. We collaborate directly with local authorities to ensure all traffic control measures are compliant, efficient, and tailored to your project's needs—so you can stay focused on getting the job done.
- Comprehensive Solutions:From windstorms to ice events, we are equipped to manage traffic around fallen infrastructure, debris cleanup crews, or emergency utility repair zones—often in the worst conditions.
- Community Safety First:From rapid detours around flooded streets to managing complex, multi-lane closures after major storms, our certified professionals are trained to keep traffic moving safely and smoothly. No matter the conditions, we deliver reliable, compliant traffic control solutions that help communities recover faster and safer
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Common Questions About Right-of-Way Permitting
How fast can you dispatch a traffic control team to my job?
RCF is a responsive company. We have the capability to respond to your needs immediately on an emergency basis 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.
There’s been a power outage due to a windstorm. Do your flaggers work in these conditions?
RCF will be there for you during an emergency, even in the worst weather. We have the proper safety gear & are ready to go to work on your EMS projects.
What do you do when you arrive onsite at an emergency call?
In an emergency, our first priority is always to provide safe passage of all traffic. When we arrive on-site for your emergency, whether it be due to an accident, power outage, or utility problem, there are many solutions to take into consideration. RCF will treat every emergency as a unique problem to solve all while providing efficient, adaptable solutions.
Our Customers
Hear from past customers on their experience in working with our traffic management teams.
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