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Skagit County...
Julia Dallas

‘We did what we could’: Mount Vernon residents prepare for flooding as Level 3 ‘Go Now’ orders issued

Skagit County prepares for potential flooding as Skagit River nears record levels, impacting Mount Vernon and surrounding communities.
8 months ago
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Jason Sutich

3 adults, dog rescued from flooding on Middle Fork Snoqualmie River

Three adults and a dog were rescued from a massive flood on the Middle Fork Snoqualmie River Wednesday morning after their home flooded from excessive rainfall.
8 months ago
water rescues washington flooding...
Frank Sumrall

Level 3 ‘Go Now’ evacuations issued in Orting as flooding increases

Level 3 "Go Now" evacuation orders have been issued for parts of Orting due to ongoing flooding in several areas.
8 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

‘Catastrophic’ flooding possible as State Emergency Center reaches highest activation level

The State Emergency Operations Center has elevated to a Level 1 activation — the highest level possible — as heavy rain and strong winds continue across Washington.
8 months ago
Lake Sylvia State Park...
Shawn Garrett, KIRO 7 News

Lake Sylvia State Park closes as heavy rain stresses 100-year-old dam

Heavy rain forces closure of Lake Sylvia State Park, escalating stress on its century-old dam as crews respond to rising water levels.
8 months ago
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Heather Bosch

‘One-two punch’: Second wave of atmospheric river to dump up to 15 inches on Cascades

A massive atmospheric river that hit the Puget Sound region on Monday shifted further south on Tuesday but is heading back.
8 months ago
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Frank Sumrall

More than 11,000 lose power as atmospheric river floods Western WA

More than 11,000 customers in western Washington lost power late Monday as heavy rains and winds flooded the region.
8 months ago
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Julia Dallas

23 Western WA rivers are flooded — King, Snohomish Counties issue emergency proclamations

King County faces severe storms and flooding. Read about the emergency measures in western Washington to ensure safety.
8 months ago
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Ted Buehner

Rain to ease midweek before returning as atmospheric river shifts through region

Rain in western WA will taper off mid-week as the atmospheric river weakens, bringing milder conditions ahead.
8 months ago
atmospheric river...
Charlie Harger

Mass: Atmospheric river to bring 10-15 inches of rain, major flooding to Western Washington Tuesday-Wednesday

Western Washington residents woke up Monday to their final hours of dry weather before a powerful atmospheric river unleashes 10-15 inches of rain.
8 months ago
hurricane hunter...
Charlie Harger

‘Hurricane Hunter’ plane deploys to Pacific Northwest as major atmospheric river takes aim at Seattle

NOAA is sending its famed reconnaissance aircraft into a powerful storm system that threatens widespread flooding and damaging winds for Western Washington from Monday through Wednesday.
8 months ago
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Charlie Harger

‘Godzilla atmospheric river’ targets Seattle area with major flooding and landslide threats

The "Godzilla atmospheric river" system, as meteorologist Cliff Mass calls it, may bring major flooding, landslide dangers, and a month's worth of rain compressed into just days, with the worst conditions arriving Tuesday.
8 months ago
King Tides...
Ted Buehner

King Tides are coming: Here’s when western Washington should worry

November marks King Tide season. Learn when western WA should be vigilant about the highest astronomical high tides.
8 months ago
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Ted Buehner

Days of rain could bring flooding as atmospheric river targets western WA

An atmospheric river will bring heavy rain, raising flood risks in lowland areas on Monday and Tuesday. Stay informed and prepared.
8 months ago
atmospheric river rain seattle wa...
Frank Sumrall

Several atmospheric rivers set to drench Western WA this week and next

Dry periods are about to become few and far between in Seattle and western Washington as several atmospheric rivers are on their way to drench the region.
8 months ago
meteorological winter...
Ted Buehner

Meteorological winter begins Dec. 1 as Western WA braces for colder weather

Meteorological winter starts on Dec. 1. Yet, winter doesn't officially begin until the winter solstice, which is on Dec. 21, just after 7 a.m. Why is there a difference when winter gets underway?
8 months ago
thanksgiving seattle weather...
Charlie Harger

Seattle weather calms for Thanksgiving travelers, but cold patterns may loom

Travelers heading over the mountains for Thanksgiving can breathe a sigh of relief as the worst of this week's weather moves out, but meteorologist Scott Sistek warns that colder conditions could arrive by early December.
8 months ago
North Cascades Highway closed...
MyNorthwest Staff

Winter weather advisory issued for Cascade Pass ahead of Thanksgiving travel

As western Washington braces for rain this week leading up to Thanksgiving Day, the National Weather Service (NWS) Seattle has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for Tuesday and Tuesday night.
8 months ago
thanksgiving holiday weather travel...
Ted Buehner

Thanksgiving holiday weather and travel: What to expect this week

The week of Thanksgiving is here, and many are planning to travel to visit family for the holiday.
8 months ago
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Seattle's Morning News

Brace yourself: Some of the coldest weather this season is coming next week

Meteorologist Scott Sistek discusses an unusual cold front impacting Seattle next week on KIRO Newsradio.
8 months ago
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Ted Buehner

Flood season returns: Why a ‘100-year flood’ can happen any year

Discover why a 100-year flood can occur any year in Western Washington and its impact during flood season.
8 months ago
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Heather Bosch

California’s atmospheric river pushing showers into PNW

An atmospheric river that's soaking southern California is pushing wet weather up into the Pacific Northwest.
8 months ago
atmospheric river washington...
Ted Buehner

What is an ‘atmospheric river’? The science behind the term flooding forecasts

There has been a lot of talk about the term "atmospheric river" in the last month or so. Some feel the term is now being overused or even misused. So what is an atmospheric river?
8 months ago
WA ski snow weather forecast Seattle...
Seattle's Morning News

Seattle meteorologist Scott Sistek predicts strong start to WA ski season

Fall weather is winding down as we get toward the end of November, and with the cold winter weather on the horizon, how much snow will be seen in Washington?
8 months ago