Areal Flood – Watch

From Fri, Dec 1, 10:23 AM PST To Thu, Dec 7, 4:00 AM PST

What

Flooding caused by excessive rainfall continues to be possible.

Where

Portions of northwest and west central Washington, including the following counties, in northwest Washington, Clallam, Grays Harbor, Island, Jefferson, Kitsap, Mason, San Juan, Skagit and Whatcom. In west central Washington, King, Lewis, Pierce, Snohomish and Thurston.

When

From Saturday evening through late Wednesday night.

Impacts

Excessive runoff may result in flooding of rivers, creeks, streams, and other low-lying and flood-prone locations. Flooding may occur in poor drainage and urban areas. Extensive street flooding and flooding of creeks and rivers are possible.

Summary

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – Excessive rainfall from a long-duration atmospheric river event. Total rainfall forecast has increased with total liquid accumulation through Wednesday of next week ranging from 3 to 7 inches over the lowlands to upwards of 10 to 12 inches over the Cascades and 10 to 15 inches over the Olympics. – http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop.

Issued By

NWS Seattle WA