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Special Weather Statement
Issued: 12:10 PM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HEAVY RAINFALL DURING THE LAST WEEK INCLUDING TODAY WILL LEAD TO AN INCREASED THREAT OF LANDSLIDES IN WESTERN WASHINGTON... Rainfall from the past week has increased soil moisture to high levels across western Washington. Additional rainfall of of one to three inches is expected with the system today into Wednesday morning. This amount of rain will continue to put extra pressure on soil instability, leading to an increased threat of landslides and debris flows, especially from recent burned areas. This rain event could act as a trigger for new landslides. Areas most susceptible to landslides debris flows under these conditions are steep coastal bluffs, other steep hillsides or road cuts, and recent burned areas. A diminishing threat of landslides and debris flows will continue for several days after the rain ends. For more information about current conditions, visit www.weather.gov/seattle, select Hydrology, and then scroll down for the links to the landslide information pages. For more information on landslides, visit the website for the Washington State Department of Natural Resources landslide geologic hazards at: http://bit.ly/2mtA3wn
High Wind Warning
Issued: 11:39 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest or west winds 25 to 40 mph with gusts 50 to 60 mph expected. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington. * WHEN...From 7 PM this evening to 6 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines. Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Saturated soils will make it easier for trees to come down in these winds. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... People should avoid being outside in forested areas and around trees and branches. If possible, remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and avoid windows. Use caution if you must drive. &&
Flood Watch
Issued: 11:10 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT THROUGH THURSDAY AFTERNOON... * WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington, including the following counties, in northwest Washington, Grays Harbor, Skagit and Whatcom. In west central Washington, King, Lewis, Pierce, Snohomish and Thurston. * WHEN...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 weather system moving into Western Washington will bring another 1 to 3 inches of precipitation to the area later today into Wednesday. 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 PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... 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. &&
Gale Warning
Issued: 10:56 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...GALE WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 6 PM THIS EVENING TO 6 AM PST WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 kt with gusts to 45 kt. * WHERE...Northern Inland Waters Including The San Juan Islands and Puget Sound and Hood Canal. * WHEN...From 6 PM this evening to 6 AM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Strong winds will cause hazardous seas which could capsize or damage vessels and reduce visibility. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Gale Warning means winds of 34 to 47 knots are imminent or occurring. Operating a vessel in gale conditions requires experience and properly equipped vessels. It is highly recommended that mariners without the proper experience seek safe harbor prior to the onset of gale conditions. &&
River Flood Warning
Issued: 10:13 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...White River near Mud Mtn. Dam Outflow. * WHEN...Until this evening. * IMPACTS...At 8,000.0 cfs, the White River will spill over its banks below Mud Mountain Dam producing high water that will encroach on roads and residences, particularly in the Red Creek area. 8000 cfs on the White River is within phase 3 flood in the King County flood system. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 1:00 AM PST Tuesday the flow was 9,240.0 cfs. - Flood flow is 9,000.0 cfs. - Recent Activity...The maximum river flow in the 24 hours ending at 1:00 AM PST Tuesday was 9,260.0 cfs. - Forecast...The river is expected to rise below flood stage late this morning and continue falling to 9,249.9 cfs early this morning. Additional rises are possible thereafter. - Flood History...No available flood history. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood &&
Flash Flood Warning
Issued: 9:39 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
The National Weather Service in Seattle has issued a * Flash Flood Warning for... A Levee Failure on the White River in city of Pacific Southwestern King County in west central Washington... * Until 745 AM PST Tuesday. * At 139 AM PST, County dispatch reported the HESCOs on the White River in the city of Pacific are failing causing flash flooding of immediately surrounding areas. Emergency evacuation notices are going out as of 135 AM Tuesday. HAZARD...Flash flooding from a levee failure. SOURCE...County dispatch. IMPACT...Flooding of areas near the levee break. * Some locations that will experience flash flooding include... city of Pacific. This includes the following streams and drainages... White River. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you are in low lying areas along the you should move to higher ground immediately. Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood deaths occur in vehicles. Move to higher ground now. Act quickly to protect your life. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the dangers of flooding. Be aware of your surroundings and do not drive on flooded roads. && FLASH FLOOD...OBSERVED; LEVEE FAILURE...OCCURRING
River Flood Warning
Issued: 8:05 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL THIS EVENING... * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Cedar River near Landsburg. * WHEN...Until this evening. * IMPACTS...At 5.7 feet, the Cedar River will cause flooding from Landsburg downstream through Maplewood. Swift waters will flood roads and some residential areas, especially in Maple Valley. Flooding threatens Beyers Road. A stage of 5.7 feet on the Cedar River corresponds roughly to a phase 4 flood in the King County flood system. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:30 PM PST Monday the stage was 6.0 feet. - Flood stage is 5.7 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 11:30 PM PST Monday was 6.1 feet. - Forecast...The river will remain near 6.0 feet through Tuesday morning then recede below flood stage Tuesday afternoon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood &&
River Flood Warning
Issued: 8:05 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE... * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Cedar River at Renton. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 13.0 feet, the Cedar River will cause minor flooding along the river in Renton. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 11:15 PM PST Monday the stage was 13.8 feet. - Flood stage is 13.0 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 11:15 PM PST Monday was 14.2 feet. - Forecast...The river is expected to remain near 14.0 feet through Tuesday afternoon then recede to near flood stage Tuesday night. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood &&
River Flood Warning
Issued: 8:00 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE... * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...White River at R Street Bridge. * WHEN...Until further notice. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:45 PM PST Monday the flow was 9,700 cfs. - Flood flow is 7,500.0 cfs. - Recent Activity...The maximum river flow in the 24 hours ending at 10:45 PM PST Monday was 12,400 cfs. - Forecast...The river will remain near 10,000 cfs then begin falling Tuesday morning. The river will remain between 9,000 and 9,500 cfs Tuesday afternoon into Wednesday. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood &&
River Flood Warning
Issued: 8:00 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE... * WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast. * WHERE...Green River near Auburn. * WHEN...Until further notice. * IMPACTS...At 10,000 cfs, the Green River will flood low areas of the middle Green River valley with water over SE Green Valley Rd. Some flooding is possible at a few low spots along the banks of the Green River in Auburn, including near Issac Evans Park in lower Mill Creek basin between Auburn and Kent due to backwater. A flow of 9000 cfs feet on the Green River corresponds to a phase 3 flood in the King County flood system. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 10:45 PM PST Monday the flow was 9,730 cfs. - Flood flow is 9,000 cfs. - Recent Activity...The maximum river flow in the 24 hours ending at 10:45 PM PST Monday was 10,200 cfs. - Forecast...The river is expected to slowly rise to 10,300 cfs by Wednesday afternoon. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood &&
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