Western Washington is once again bracing for heavy rain and gusting winds through Wednesday, as more atmospheric rivers arrive.
Levee repair is underway in King County after the Desimone levee between Tukwila and Kent failed, prompting a "GO NOW” evacuation advisory for the Orillia area in Tukwila, Renton, and Kent.
More flooding is also expected as more rain pelts the region and mountain dams release water to free up reservoir space.
It's once again all eyes on the Skagit River. Forecasters predict it'll crest above major flood stage in Concrete early Tuesday morning, then hit downstream in Mount Vernon that evening.
Residents in an area of Auburn were given a "GO NOW" evacuation notice late on Saturday, Dec. 13 as the Green River continued to rise. A portion of SR 167 between Auburn and Kent was closed.
Areas affected by heavy rainfall are at an increased risk of landslides and mudslides. Officials have advised visitors of burned areas this weekend to take extra precautions.
The Trump administration on Friday approved Washington state’s appeal for federal disaster assistance, quelling some anxiety over whether the state would receive federal assistance.
View KUOW's developing list of flooding resources here.
See flood updates from Thursday, Dec. 11 here.