Fife, WA Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is
forecast.

* WHERE...White River at R Street Bridge.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* IMPACTS...At 10,000.0 cfs, River flooding may occur upstream of
the A Street Bridge in the City of Auburn. River levels will
likely be up against the temporary flood protection barriers, with
flooding likely at Government Canal and Butte Avenue in the City
of Pacific and downstream of the Stewart Street Bridge in the City
of Sumner.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 5:45 AM PST Wednesday the flow was 8,140.0 cfs.
- Flood flow is 7,500.0 cfs.
- Recent Activity...The maximum river flow in the 24 hours
ending at 5:45 AM PST Wednesday was 8,380.0 cfs.
- Forecast...The river will rise to 10,500 cfs late tonight. It
will then fall tomorrow afternoon. It will rise to 10,540 cfs
late Friday morning. It will then fall again but remain above
flood stage.
- Flood History...This crest compares to a previous crest of
8,080.0 cfs on 02/06/2020.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

...FLOOD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE...

* WHAT...Minor flooding is forecast.

* WHERE...White River near Mud Mtn. Dam Outflow.

* WHEN...Until further notice.

* 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 6:00 AM PST Wednesday the flow was 7,940.0 cfs.
- Flood flow is 9,000.0 cfs.
- Forecast...The river is expected to rise above flood stage
this afternoon and continue rising to 9,500 cfs late this
afternoon. Additional rises are possible thereafter.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

&&

...HIGH WIND WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...West winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph. Strongest
wind near the east entrance to the Strait of Juan de Fuca. Winds
easing late this morning.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Damaging winds will blow down trees and power lines.
Widespread power outages are expected. Travel will be difficult,
especially for high profile vehicles.

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 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...
- 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.

&&

...FLOOD WARNING FOR THE FAILURE OF WHITE RIVER LEVEE IN PACIFIC NOW
IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Flooding caused by a HESCO levee failure continues.

* WHERE...A portion of west central Washington, including the
following counties, King and Pierce.

* WHEN...Until 1000 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Flooding of areas in Pacific near the HESCOs levee break
is occurring.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
- At 705 PM PST, Flooding is ongoing due to a failure of White
River HESCOs in Pacific on the White River.
- Some locations that will experience flooding include...
Pacific.
- http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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

Motorists should not attempt to drive around barriers or drive cars
through flooded areas.

Follow all road closures and instructions from local officials.

&&

...HEAVY RAINFALL ON WILL LEAD TO AN INCREASED THREAT OF LANDSLIDES
IN WESTERN WASHINGTON...

Significant rainfall over the past week has increased soil moisture
to high levels across western Washington. Additional rainfall of 1
to 2 inches is expected through the rest of today. 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, with this new ranfall acting as
a trigger.

Numerous landslides have already occurred in Whatcom, Skagit, King
Counties and others. More landslides are possible.

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