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Skagit River nearing record crest

Mount Vernon braces for potential Skagit River flooding, crests up to 36 feet

Communities along the Skagit River, from Sedro Woolley to Mount Vernon, are on high alert as two atmospheric rivers threaten major flooding.

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Authorities keep eye on levees as Skagit River nears crest

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Major flooding expected to return to Skagit River in Mount Vernon, Concrete

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Skagit River flood threat prompts evacuations, closures with worries about levees, dikes

The urgency went up a notch in Mount Vernon Thursday night, amidst concerns about whether the levees and dikes will be able to hold a record crest from the Skagit River.

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Levee breached in Washington as atmospheric river renews flood threat

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Flash flood warning issued due to levee break in Washington

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WA weather: More rain, wind forecast; flood warnings still in effect

Rain showers hit Western Washington Monday morning as another atmospheric river drenches the state.

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Relentless storms shut down SR 167 and lead to evacuations in Auburn

Heavy rains and winds return to western Washington, raising flood concerns once again

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Senators, governor highlight flood wall's role in saving Mount Vernon from historic flood

As the Pacific Northwest grapples with the aftermath of severe flooding, thousands of residents have been forced to evacuate their homes.

Skagit River dike holds, but the worst is yet to come

A century-old Skagit River dike is holding as 75,000 residents remain under evacuation orders. Officials warn flood risks will continue into Saturday morning.

Mount Vernon mayor urges residents to stay off levees as Skagit River levels rise

Mount Vernon Mayor Peter Donovan says the city is as prepared as possible for a potentially historic Skagit River flood, with downtown floodwalls deployed and Level 3 evacuation orders in place.