Schools in Snoqualmie Falls and across Washington State have been forced to close due to the relentless flooding that has plagued the region. As the second round of heavy rain from an atmospheric river hit the area, major roads and critical infrastructure were left underwater, forcing authorities to shut down educational institutions in the path of the storm.
The first in a series of destructive storms this week has already caused widespread power outages, flooding, and school closures in parts of Oregon and Washington on Tuesday, with the weather continuing to batter the Pacific Northwest. Schools in Morton, White Pass, and Toledo remain closed as the situation continues to evolve with no immediate end in sight.
The heavy rainfall from the atmospheric river has prompted flood warnings for parts of Northwest Oregon and Southwest Washington, stranding residents and forcing evacuations in low-lying areas. The atmospheric river has also caused river flooding, coastal flooding, and urban flooding, with Western Washington being particularly hard-hit by the relentless downpours.
King County has issued an emergency proclamation in preparation for the impact of severe storms and river flooding on the region, as the second atmospheric river threatens to bring even more devastation to the area. The threat of continued flooding will stretch through the end of the week, with the National Weather Service warning of further impacts as the storms roll in.
In Pierce County, roads are closed due to standing water, making it unsafe for students to travel to school. Many area schools, including those in Snoqualmie Falls, remain closed as the flooding situation continues to unfold. The closure of schools is part of a broader effort to ensure the safety of residents and students in the region, as the authorities work to mitigate the effects of the ongoing natural disaster.
