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Atmospheric rivers will continue to soak the West, including flood-weary Washington, Oregon, N California
After last week's record river flooding in Washington state, more atmospheric rivers are taking aim at the West this, set to bring heavy rain, mountain snow to Oregon and California, too.
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“Wildest” Weather Further Delays Washington’s Ski Season, but Hope Is on the Horizon
Major mountains like Mt. Baker Ski Area and Crystal Mountain have confirmed they won't open this weekend. But cooler temperatures next week may produce snow.
The NWS Seattle WA issued a weather alert at 8:12 a.m. on Saturday for heavy rain until Sunday at 11 a.m. The alert is for Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit counties, Cascades of Snohomish and Northern King counties,
The heavy rain will bring a second rise, or "crest," for area rivers Tuesday night and into Wednesday. All of western Washington is under a flood watch through Friday.
Warm storms have delayed Washington’s ski season as resorts await colder temperatures and better conditions before opening.
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WA weather: More heavy rain, gusty winds and mountain snow by Tuesday night
A storm system Tuesday into Wednesday will bring stronger winds, heavy mountain snow, and the threat of downed trees and power outages.
Washington was still under a state of emergency on Saturday after torrential rains swamped communities. Plus, snow and dangerous cold are falling on some in the Midwest and on the East Coast. Nicole Valdes has more from Washington state.
Over the past five days, Grays Harbor County received a total of 16.5 inches of rain - the highest total rainfall recorded in western Washington, according to data from the National Weather Service (NWS). In Jefferson County, a total of 14.44 inches was recorded at Owl Mountain as of 6:30 a.m.