Mount Vernon

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The warm weather is ramping up just in time for the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival! Right now at Roozengaarde, the public can stroll through 60 acres of tulips and daffodils.

Mount Vernon High School's Mariachi and Folklorico programs look to connect students with their Mexican roots, while also improving their performance in the classroom.