Traffic makes way through flooded Highway 530 as Western Washington was hit with the season's first widespread flooding Wednesday, Nov. 22, 2017, in Arlington, Wash. The highway was closed for a short time earlier in the morning as the Stillaguamish river went over its banks, but reopened as water began to recede across the roadway. The National Weather Service issued flood warnings for Wednesday, urging caution as minor to moderate flooding along the Skykomish, Snohomish and Stillaguamish rivers was expected. (AP Photo/Elaine Thompson)
Republished November 22, 2017 - 12:47 PM
Original Publication Date November 22, 2017 - 10:01 AM
ARLINGTON, Wash. - Western Washington has been hit with the season's first widespread flooding just as travellers hit the road for Thanksgiving.
The Daily Herald reports (http://bit.ly/2B1dsL1 ) that Washington State Patrol is monitoring the situation along Highway 530 in Arlington.
The National Weather Service issued flood warnings for Wednesday, urging caution as minor to moderate flooding along the Skykomish, Snohomish and Stillaguamish rivers is expected.
Drivers are encouraged to stay away from Highway 530, as flooding has been reported near Twin Rivers Park and Arlington Heights Road.
So far, the Stillaguamish River has spilled over from the bank with at least 6 inches (15 centimetres) of water over the road.
High water is expected in low-lying places near Granite Falls, Arlington and Stanwood.
Skykomish River also spilled over its banks near Gold Bar.
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Information from: The Daily Herald, http://www.heraldnet.com
News from © The Associated Press, 2017