MASON, WA — ...Forecast flooding changed from Minor to Moderate severity and increased in duration for the following rivers in Washington...
Skokomish River At Potlatch affecting Mason County.
.Heavy rainfall over the Olympics earlier today has mostly ended, but flooding on the Skokomish River will continue into Wednesday the the flood crest moves downstream.
* WHAT...Minor flooding is occurring and moderate flooding is forecast.
* WHERE...Skokomish River at Potlatch.
* WHEN...Until Wednesday afternoon.
* IMPACTS...At 17.5 feet, the Skokomish River will cause moderate flooding, with deep and quick flood waters inundating some residential areas, many roads, and much of the farm land in the Skokomish Valley. Inundated roads include the Skokomish Valley road, Bourgault Road West, Purdy Cutoff Road, and Highway 106.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS... - At 9:30 PM PST Tuesday the stage was 17.4 feet. - Recent Activity...The maximum river stage in the 24 hours ending at 9:30 PM PST Tuesday was 17.4 feet. - Forecast...The river will crest around 17.5 feet later tonight. It will then fall below flood stage around midday Wednesday. Another return to flood stage is possible late this week. - http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
Flooding in Mason, WA can cut off roads with little warning, damage homes near low-lying areas, and disrupt power and water service. Even a few inches of moving water can carry away a vehicle.
This report is based on information from NWS, monitored by Alert USA's verified emergency feed.
Alert USA anticipates a high chance of travel disruptions, elevated property risk in low-lying areas, and possible power outages while the event is active.
Recommended steps: avoid flooded roads — turn around, don't drown; move to higher ground if you are in a low-lying area; charge phones and prepare for power loss; check on family and neighbors.
Alert USA is tracking this flood event and will update this report as verified information becomes available.
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