Summary
Residents in a city in Washington State have been told to evacuate because of severe flooding. The flooding is due to a weather event called an atmospheric river, which is causing heavy rain. Officials warn that continued rain may lead to more flooding in the area.
Key Facts
- Washington city residents must evacuate due to record flooding.
- The city is located between two rivers, the Puyallup and Carbon, which are both very full.
- An "atmospheric river" is causing heavy rain in the area.
- Atmospheric rivers are weather patterns that carry a lot of water vapor and lead to heavy rain and strong winds.
- Eighteen river points in Washington are expected to reach major flood levels, with some already there.
- The Skykomish and Skagit Rivers are both experiencing high and rising water levels.
- Cities at risk of flooding include Orting, Tacoma, Kent, Centralia, and others.
