SE Portland residents vigilant as Johnson Creek recedes after rising 30 feet

PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Rising flood waters continue to threaten communities in Southeast Portland as Johnson Creek, which runs through several neighborhoods including Brentwood-Darlington, reached a peak of just over 30 feet Tuesday afternoon, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS).

This marks a six-foot increase from the previous day and is the highest level since 2017.

Residents like Solveig Robertson are on high alert…

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