Levee failure: Evacuations issued, life-threatening flash flooding underway again in Washington
A dangerous situation is unfolding in King County, Washington, as a Flash Flood Warning is in effect for the area due to a levee failure on Monday afternoon just days after historic flooding pounded the region.
LIVE UPDATES: Flooding, evacuations, road closures across western WA
A Flash Flood Warning was issued for King County, WA, due to a dam break Monday afternoon. Communities are now dealing with long cleanup efforts, and other towns have been boxed in by road closures and infrastructure damage. This story will be updated continuously throughout the day. Check back for...
11 Italian Restaurants In Washington That Feel Straight Out Of The Old Country
Craving pasta that tastes like nonna made it herself?. Washington is home to some incredible Italian restaurants that transport you straight to the cobblestone streets of Rome or the rolling hills of Tuscany. From wood-fired pizzas to handmade gnocchi, these spots serve up authentic flavors with old-world charm. Get...
State mobilization authorized to fight flooding in Kent, Auburn
State assistance has been mobilized under the Washington State Fire Services Resource Mobilization Plan in support of local fire resources working to assist with flooding located in South King County near the cities of Auburn and Kent, according to the Washington State Patrol. Washington State Patrol Chief John...
Issaquah Police Crack Down on Shoplifting with Arrests and Jail Time in Highlands Area
In a targeted move against retail crime, the Issaquah Police Department recently executed a successful shoplifting enforcement operation in the bustling Highlands area, partnering with Marshalls HomeGoods Loss Prevention. Details disclosed in a social media post by the Issaquah Police illustrate a clear message:...
The Massive Thrift Store In Washington Where $45 Fills Your Backseat With Bargains
In Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood sits a treasure hunter’s paradise that might just be the most rewarding shopping expedition in the Pacific Northwest. The Ballard Goodwill isn’t just another thrift store. It’s a sprawling wonderland where one person’s castoffs become another’s prized possessions, all while...
Heavy rain and wind return to western Washington, raising flood concerns once again
WESTERN WASHINGTON — Another wave of heavy rain smacks western Washington with a third atmospheric river that's expected to cause some rivers to rise again after historic flooding last week. Two more surges of rain are coming, each with its own batch of wind. PHOTOS | Historic flooding across...
Obey evacuation orders, WA governor urges
Emergency evacuations have already been carried out for 250 residents, and while no deaths have been reported, the situation remains critical.
Tens of thousands under threat after major dam breaks in Washington state following days...
The National Weather Service enacted a flood watch in Seattle, Washington, following the failure of the Green River Levee
Historic flooding forces Kent to cancel Christmas Rush Run for the first time in...
The City of Kent has officially canceled its annual Christmas Rush 5K/10K due to flooding levels of nearby rivers.
