From Fri, Jan 13, 10:59 AM PST To Sat, Jan 14, 11:30 AM PST

…HEAVY RAINFALL TODAY WILL LEAD TO AN INCREASED THREAT OF LANDSLIDES IN WESTERN WASHINGTON…

Periodic rainfall over the last few days and few weeks has increased soil moisture to moderate levels across western Washington. Heavy rainfall will continue. Storm totals of 1 to 3 inches over the lowlands and foothills and 5 to 8 inches over the Olympics are expected through Saturday. This amount of rain will raise the soil moisture to high levels and put extra pressure on soil instability, leading to an increased threat of landslides during that period.

A few landslides have already been reported in various locations in western Washington. More landslides are possible.

For more information about current conditions, visit http://www.weather.gov/seattle, select Hydrology, and then scroll down for the links to the landslide information pages.

For more information on landslides, visit the website for the Washington State Department of Natural Resources landslide geologic hazards at: http://bit.ly/2mtA3wn

From Sat, Jan 14, 8:00 AM PST To Sat, Jan 14, 12:00 PM PST

What

Minor coastal flooding expected.

Where

Southwest Interior, Everett and Vicinity, Tacoma Area, Admiralty Inlet Area, Hood Canal Area, Seattle and Vicinity and Bremerton and Vicinity zones.

When

From 8 AM this morning to noon PST today.

Impacts

Flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected.

Additional Details

Tidal overflow around high tide may cause flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures expected.

Tips

If travel is required, allow extra time as some roads may be closed. Do not drive around barricades or through water of unknown depth. Take the necessary actions to protect flood-prone property.

Issued By

NWS Seattle