LIVE UPDATES: Atmospheric river drenches PNW with record rainfall, flooding

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) – Heavy rain is causing floods and downed power lines in the Pacific Northwest as a moderate atmospheric river makes its way through the region on Thursday.

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Warning for parts of Multnomah County until 2 p.m. Thursday, and a broader Flood Watch will stay in place across northwest Oregon through Friday night.

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According to the KOIN 6 weather team, streams will continue to rise due to excess runoff, while urban areas may also experience minor flooding…

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