Summary
In Washington state, residents near two different levees were asked to evacuate due to breaches after heavy rainfall and flooding. The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning, and officials took steps to contain the situation with sandbags and evacuation orders. Though flooding affected communities, no injuries were reported.
Key Facts
- Residents in Washington state were told to evacuate after levees breached near Seattle.
- One levee breach is near the White River in Pacific, about 20 miles south of Seattle.
- The National Weather Service issued a flash flood warning for the area.
- Heavy rain caused flooding, leading to the evacuation of tens of thousands of residents.
- A levee by the Green River was reinforced with sandbags after partially failing.
- King County sent evacuation alerts to around 1,100 homes and businesses.
- Authorities reported no injuries despite the flooding incidents.
