Skagit County Bracing for Historic Flooding Amidst Washington State's Widespread Rain and Evacuations
The Skagit County floods are a stark reminder of the power of nature, as the region braces for historic flooding. The flooding in Washington state, particularly in Skagit County, has prompted widespread evacuations and a state of emergency. The Skagit River flooding has led to major road closures, school cancellations, and disruptions to services and activities, affecting thousands of residents. Governor Jay Inslee has declared a state of emergency, and the National Weather Service predicts that upriver communities, including Rockport, Hamilton, Marblemount, and Concrete, are in the direct...