What areas in the Pacific Northwest are facing dangerous weather?

Western Washington, the northern Cascades, and the Northern Rockies are currently facing dangerous weather conditions including heavy rain and snow.

What are the risks associated with the heavy rainfall in Washington?

Heavy rainfall has led to very high soil moisture, increasing the threat of landslides and debris flows, especially in recently burned areas.

Is it safe to travel in the Pacific Northwest this week?

The National Weather Service warns that travel could be very difficult to impossible due to the severe weather conditions.

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Pacific Northwest Faces Dangerous Weather Ahead

18 Dec

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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.

Pacific Northwest Faces Dangerous Weather Ahead

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.