Rain, Rising Rivers And Rescues In Washington - Videos from The Weather Channel
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Rain, Rising Rivers And Rescues In Washington

January 1, 2026

Washington’s governor declared a statewide emergency and activated the National Guard as devastating floods submerged homes and roads in the western part of the state. Residents in areas like Snohomish and Skagit counties were told to get to higher ground as rivers near historic levels. More than 17,000 customers lost power. Watch this video for the very latest on rescues and evacuations.