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Flood Warning
Issued: 8:55 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues.

* WHERE...A portion of south central Washington, including the
following county, Kittitas.

* WHEN...Until 400 PM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying
and flood-prone locations is imminent or occurring. Expect many
areas of slow moving or standing water.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1254 AM PST, the public reported heavy rain in the warned
area due to Flooding along the Yakima River and small
streams. Flooding is ongoing in the warned area.
- This includes the following streams and drainages...
Little Creek, Cle Elum River, Yakima River and Big Creek.
Flood waters are expected to recede early this week, however
precipitation chances are in the forecast for the rest of the
week.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
mainly rural areas of Northwestern Kittitas County
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

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Flood Warning
Issued: 8:53 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...FLOOD WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...River flooding caused by excessive rainfall is occurring.

* WHERE...A portion of south central Washington, including the
following county, Kittitas.

* WHEN...Until 400 PM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Minor flooding along the Yakima River at Easton.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 1252 AM PST, Members of the public continue to report that
rivers are still elevated. Flooding is already occurring in
the warned area.
- Flood waters are expected to recede early this week, however
precipitation chances are in the forecast for the rest of the
week.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
mainly rural areas of Northwestern Kittitas County
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Turn around, don't drown when encountering flooded roads. Most flood
deaths occur in vehicles.

Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize the
dangers of flooding.

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High Wind Warning
Issued: 8:44 AM Dec. 16, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 4
PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Southwest winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 65 mph
expected.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Oregon and
central, south central, and southeast Washington.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM 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...Wind gusts along the foothills of the Blue
Mountains may potentially exceed 70 mph at time during the
overnight period Tuesday into Wednesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Remain in the lower levels of your home during the windstorm, and
avoid windows. Watch for falling debris and tree limbs. Use caution
if you must drive.

&&

Special Weather Statement
Issued: 6:16 AM Dec. 13, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HEAVY CASCADES SNOW AND MORE FLOODING POSSIBLE NEXT WEEK...

Another active weather pattern with a moderately strong
atmospheric river is expected in the Cascades, especially the
Washington Cascades, beginning Monday and Tuesday. Moderate to
heavy rain is possible at the Cascade crest with amounts
decreasing away from the crest. By Tuesday night, snow levels drop
to around 2500 feet and mountain rain will turn over to snow.
Snoqualmie Pass and White Pass have a 45 to 65 percent chance of 2
feet of snow from Tuesday through Thursday night, while Santiam
Pass has a 30 percent chance of 2 feet of snow in the same period.
This precipitation will lead to river rises and potential additional
flooding on the Yakima and Naches Rivers as well as an increased
risk of rock and mud slides in areas of steep terrain and near
burn scars. However, the transition to snow is expected to keep
flooding at lower levels than the past few days. While the Yakima
and Naches Rivers are forecast to reach minor flood stage by
Tuesday and Wednesday, other rivers in the area are expected to
remain below bankfull. Also, windy conditions are expected Tuesday
night and Wednesday which may lead to difficult mountain driving
conditions. Those living or having travel plans through the
Cascades should be prepared for impactful weather next week.

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