US EditionAtmospheric River Drives Record Flood Threat in Washington as Governor Declares Emergency
Gov. Ferguson called for federal aid as record flooding threatens up to 75,000 residents, with National Guard deploying 300 personnel for water rescues and emergency response.
- Governor Bob Ferguson requested a disaster declaration from the Federal Emergency Management Agency due to extensive flooding in Western Washington after heavy rainfall.
- Evacuations are occurring in several communities, with around 75,000 people potentially needing to leave low-lying areas.
- Emergency evacuations are underway in Orting, where floodwaters from the Carbon River and Puyallup River threaten neighborhoods and roads.
- The Washington National Guard has activated members to assist flooded communities as conditions worsen.
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