Alertes en vigueurWaterfront Dock/Ruston Way, WA

What: Flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible.
Where: Portions of northwest and west central Washington, including the following counties, in northwest Washington, Clallam, Grays Harbor, Jefferson, Kitsap, Mason, Skagit and Whatcom. In west central Washington, King, Lewis, Pierce, Snohomish and Thurston.
When: From Monday morning through Thursday afternoon.
Impacts: Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Creeks and streams may rise out of their banks. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris. Area creeks and streams are running high and could flood with more heavy rain.
Additional Details: - A series of weather systems next week will bring another round of significant rainfall to western Washington late Sunday through Wednesday. Preliminary liquid totals of 2 to 8 inches will cause additional sharp rises to area rivers, with many forecast to enter moderate and even major flood stage early next week. Urban and small stream flooding remains possible for areas with poor drainage. Very saturated soils will maintain increased risk for potential landslides and debris flows off of burn scars. - Http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

The Flood Warning continues for the following rivers in Washington White River Near Mud Mtn. Dam Outflow affecting King and Pierce Counties.
What: Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast.
Where: White River near Mud Mtn. Dam Outflow.
When: Until further notice.
Impacts: At 10,000.0 cfs, the White River will flood areas above and below Mud Mountain Dam downstream to near Auburn. Deep and swift flood waters will inundate roads and surround and cut off access to some homes in the Red Creek area. Flood damages occur at the fish hatchery near the City of Enumclaw. 10000 cfs on the White river corresponds to a phase 4 flood in the King County flood system.
Additional Details: - At 9:00 AM PST Saturday the flow was 10,050.0 cfs. - Flood flow is 9,000.0 cfs. - Recent ActivityThe maximum river flow in the 24 hours ending at 9:00 AM PST Saturday was 10,050.0 cfs. - ForecastThe river is expected to fall to 10,000.0 cfs early Tuesday morning. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

Even 6 inches of fast-moving flood water can knock you off your feet and a depth of 2 feet will float your car. Never try to walk, swim, or drive through such swift water. If you come upon flood waters, stop, turn around and go another way. Motorists should not attempt to drive around barricades or drive cars through flooded areas. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Additional information is available at www.weather.gov. The next statement will be issued by this afternoon at 545 PM PST.

Another strong atmospheric river will impact western Washington starting late Sunday extending into mid week. Snow levels will rise as high as 8500 feet Monday before lowering to 3500 to 4500 feet Tuesday. Soils will still be saturated and rivers will be elevated. A few rivers might not drop below flood stage before this round of rain begins. Expect rising rivers with the potential for flooding, urban flooding, and landslides. Debris flows are also possible throughout this period. Please monitor the latest river forecasts from the National Weather Service for additional information.