WA Task Force-1 deployed to Skagit County for flood response
Washington State Task Force-1 departed for Skagit County Tuesday to assist with search and rescue operations. It marks the first time in more than a decade that the team has been deployed for this kind of mission.
Over 30k lose power as strong winds hit western WA
More than 50,000 people in western Washington lost power as strong winds swept through the area on Monday.
Flooding halts Olympic pipeline leak cleanup in Skagit County, WA
Cleanup of the Olympic pipeline leak in Burlington has been paused due to flooding, leaving low-level contaminated soil still under investigation, according to the Department of Ecology.
Mount Vernon flood wall credited with protecting downtown as city braces for more rain
With another round of rain possible early next week, officials warn the community is not in the clear yet as the region recovers from 250 flood-related rescues statewide.
WA officials tour Mount Vernon as flood wall protects downtown during historic flooding
Gov. Bob Ferguson and Sen. Patty Murray visited Mount Vernon on Saturday to see firsthand how the city’s floodwall safeguarded more than 200 downtown buildings during this week’s historic flooding.
Skagit River begins to recede as new storm approaches
Floodwaters rushed into Burlington early Friday, prompting mass evacuations and leaving basements flooded and roads impassable.
Gov. Ferguson visits Mount Vernon flood wall amid statewide flooding response
Gov. Bob Ferguson and state officials toured Mount Vernon’s floodwall on Saturday before briefing the media on Washington’s ongoing flood response and coordination with federal authorities.
Burlington, WA homes flooded as Skagit River rises; residents evacuate
Burlington residents began returning home Friday after overnight flooding forced thousands to evacuate, but officials warn more storms could bring renewed flooding as the Skagit River remains high.
Skagit River flooded homes in Burlington, WA, residents still evacuated Friday
After floodwaters invaded the community of Burlington on Friday morning, forcing the evacuation of the entire town, the governor told around 10,000 residents to leave their homes and businesses since that time.
White House approves emergency declaration as Washington faces widespread flood damage
President Donald Trump granted Gov. Bob Ferguson’s request for an emergency declaration, authorizing FEMA and Homeland Security to assist flood-stricken counties across Western Washington, including Pierce, Skagit, Snohomish and Whatcom.
Mount Vernon floodwall holds back record Skagit River crest
Mount Vernon residents praised the city’s floodwall after the Skagit River crested at a record 37.7 feet without inundating downtown, allowing businesses to begin cleanup and reopen.
Burlington, WA still underwater as Skagit County hit hard by floods
Residents in Burlington described heartbreak and shock after floodwaters surged into homes, destroying new furniture, vehicles and renovation work despite sandbags and tarps.
All residents of Burlington, WA to evacuate immediately due to flooding
Breaking news in western Washington: The city of Burlington is now under Level 3 'Go Now' Evacuation orders due to flooding in the area.
Levels overview of WA rivers
Most river levels will continue to decrease overnight into Friday. Skagit River still has the potential to rise through early Friday morning.
Flooding in Skagit County, WA
As Washington remains under a state of a emergency, the National Guard is helping those impacted.
Skagit River continues to rise
FOX 13 is closely monitoring the Skagit River as its expected to reach record levels Thursday night into Friday morning, with a Flash Flood Watch in effect for the surrounding area.
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.
Skagit River nearing record crest as Mount Vernon floodwall faces major test
Mount Vernon officials say the Skagit River is expected to crest at nearly 40 feet early Friday, pushing the city’s floodwall to its limits.
'Flood levels are potentially historic': Governor warns WA as flooding threatens levees
With Skagit County’s levees facing their biggest test since 2021 repairs, 300 National Guard members have been deployed as officials warn the flooding could reach historic levels.
Skagit County orders Level 3 evacuations as Skagit River rises rapidly
Skagit County officials have expanded “go now” evacuation orders to everyone living in the 100-year floodplain as the Skagit River surges and is expected to crest tonight.