Washington ‘catastrophic’ flooding prompts evacuation, road closures and state of emergency: See pics
Communities in Western Washington are contending with increasing river levels, sudden flooding, and road closures as Snoqualmie River continues to
Communities in Western Washington are contending with increasing river levels, sudden flooding, and road closures as Snoqualmie River continues to swell.
Published on Dec 11, 2025 06:40 pm IST 11 Photos
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A severe atmospheric river event impacting the Pacific Northwest has redirected its attention to western Washington, resulting in "historic" and possibly record-setting flooding that may necessitate the evacuation of as many as 75,000 individuals.(REUTERS)
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Officials have mandated evacuations for the complete 100-year floodplain of the Skagit River valley. Approximately 100,000 residents of Washington may receive evacuation orders as floodwaters persist in rising, according to a statement from Gov. Bob Ferguson’s office on Wednesday afternoon.(REUTERS)
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A drone view shows a vehicle stranded in an area flooded by the Wallace River, as an atmospheric river brings rain and flooding to the Pacific Northwest, in Gold Bar, Washington, U.S., December 10, 2025. REUTERS/David Ryder(REUTERS)
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Brandon Phasith carries belongings while evacuating amidst rising floodwater, as an atmospheric river brings rain and flooding to the Pacific Northwest, in Sultan, Washington, U.S., December 10, 2025. REUTERS/David Ryder(REUTERS)
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