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Pacific Northwest Faces Dangerous Weather Ahead
18 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Extreme rainfall has saturated western Washington soil, increasing landslide threats.
- Up to three feet of snow is anticipated in the northern Cascades.
- Travel in the region is warned to be difficult to impossible.
The Pacific Northwest is once again under threat from severe weather, with heavy rains and significant snowfall predicted for the upcoming week. Recent rainfall has left western Washington's soil highly saturated, raising concerns about increased landslide and debris flow activity, particularly in areas prone to such events.
The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Warning for a large part of Washington, anticipating accumulations of up to three feet of snow in the northern Cascades by Thursday morning. Similar conditions are expected in the Rockies, with 1-2 feet of snow possible. Strong winds are also a factor.
Authorities are strongly advising against travel throughout the affected areas, warning that conditions could make movement "very difficult to impossible." Those who must travel are urged to take extreme precautions and carry emergency supplies, including extra food, water, and flashlights, and to prepare for potential power outages.
