Flooding remains threat in Pacific north-west as Washington declares emergency

The Guardian - World NewsCenter-LeftEN 3 min read 100% complete by Guardian staff and agencyDecember 12, 2025 at 03:53 PM

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Heavy rainfall in the Pacific Northwest, triggered by an atmospheric river, has caused widespread flooding, prompting Washington's governor to declare a statewide emergency. As of Friday, approximately 100,000 residents in western Washington were under evacuation warnings, including the entire city of Burlington, due to rising floodwaters. The flooding, impacting areas from Oregon to British Columbia, has closed over 30 highways and numerous roads, disrupting transportation. The Skagit, Snohomish, and Puyallup rivers have experienced the worst flooding, and first responders have conducted rescues in several counties. Additional rainfall is expected on Sunday, threatening to exacerbate the already dangerous conditions.

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