LIVE UPDATES: Evacuations, major river flooding across western WA

Severe flooding is expected across western Washington as rivers hit record levels, prompting widespread evacuations and road closures.

Stanwood officials urge readiness as Skagit River remains a concern
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City leaders in Stanwood say no floodwaters have reached the community yet, but they remain on alert as record-level Skagit River flows continue to stress levees and dikes upstream.

'At least 30 highways have been shut down': Gov. Ferguson on historic Washington flooding
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Governor Bob Ferguson spoke to the media on the state's historic flooding at a media availability Thursday, outside the Cardinal Center at Skagit Valley College in Mount Vernon.

Flooding expected for rivers across western WA
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The Skagit, Skykomish, Snoqualmie, Tolt, Cedar, Puyallup and Carbon rivers are all expected to crest Thursday morning, causing potentially catastrophic flooding across the region.

Mount Vernon businesses brace for major flooding
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The city of Mount Vernon is being urged to evacuate and seek higher ground as the Skagit River is expected to crest at record levels Thursday morning, with a Flash Flood Watch in effect.

Flooded roads near Cottage Lake
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Flooded roads are causing a difficult commute for drivers in the western Washington area, with closures impacting multiple major routes.

Skykomish River causes flooding in Sultan, WA
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The Snohomish County Sheriff's Office says there were 10 to 15 rescues in Sultan, including small children, after the Skykomish River crested again on Wednesday.

Flash Flood Watch issued for Skagit River
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A Flash Flood Watch is in effect for the Skagit River through Friday due to the possibility of its dikes/levees failing, which could lead to widespread flooding.

Roadways flooded across western Washington
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Cameras captured water on roadways across western Washington as area rivers continue to see major flooding, with most expected to crest on Thursday.

Seattle weather: Rivers hitting major flood stage
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FOX 13 Seattle Meteorologist Claire Anderson is tracking major flooding conditions across western Washington as several rivers are expected to reach record crests on Thursday.

Level 3 "Go Now" evacuations issued for Mount Vernon
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The Mount Vernon Fire Department and Police Department issued Level 3 evacuations, meaning "Go Now," for some people living in the area due to imminent flooding.

Gov. Ferguson declares emergency over WA flooding
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Washington governor Bob Ferguson has declared a statewide emergency due to heavy flooding across the region, with evacuation orders already issued for thousands.

Evacuations ordered, residents rescued from floodwaters in Orting, WA
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Evacuations have been issued for residents in Orting, Washington as the Puyallup River continues to flood, with rescue crews keeping busy throughout the area on Wednesday.

Eastbound I-90 reopens after mudslide causes shutdown

Eastbound I-90 reopened at North Bend after a mudslide blocked all lanes of the freeway for nearly 24 hours.

Atmospheric river flooding causes power outages for thousands in WA

A massive atmospheric river has drenched western Washington, flooding rivers and knocking out power for tens of thousands of homes.

Heavy rain Wednesday, WA river flooding expected

It will be a wet morning for the Puget Sound, causing local river levels to rise, and leading to moderate to major flooding in some areas.