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Washington state under emergency as torrential rain triggers floods, mudslides and evacuations
Heavy rain continued to fall over parts of the state Thursday morning, prompting road closures, water rescues and suspension of Amtrak trains between Seattle and Vancouver.
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“Wildest” Weather Further Delays Washington’s Ski Season, but Hope Is on the Horizon
Major mountains like Mt. Baker Ski Area and Crystal Mountain have confirmed they won't open this weekend. But cooler temperatures next week may produce snow.
A Flood Watch is still in effect as heavy rain continues to pour across western Washington causing road closures, evacuations, water rescues, and mudslides.Many
Governor Bob Ferguson is urging Washington residents to use caution as historic river levels and heavy rain lead to major flooding, placing thousands under evacuation orders and forcing first responders into action.
Warm storms have delayed Washington’s ski season as resorts await colder temperatures and better conditions before opening.
Washington was still under a state of emergency on Saturday after torrential rains swamped communities. Plus, snow and dangerous cold are falling on some in the Midwest and on the East Coast. Nicole Valdes has more from Washington state.
Over the past five days, Grays Harbor County received a total of 16.5 inches of rain - the highest total rainfall recorded in western Washington, according to data from the National Weather Service (NWS). In Jefferson County, a total of 14.44 inches was recorded at Owl Mountain as of 6:30 a.m.