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Coastal Flood Warnings Issued as Storm Approaches Pacific Northwest

12/5/2025

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Summary

Story summary

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued coastal flood advisories and watches across the Pacific Northwest, including Clatsop County, Grays Harbor County, and the Southeast Coast, with inundation possible up to 2.5 feet.
Advisories warn of tidal overflow and urge residents to move to higher ground and avoid flooded zones.
A series of atmospheric rivers is expected to bring heavy rain and snow, raising flood and landslide risks.

History

Historical Context

In 1996, severe flooding in the Pacific Northwest, driven by atmospheric rivers, caused over $1 billion in damages, prompting FEMA's assistance in affected areas like Clatsop and Grays Harbor Counties. This event underscored the region's vulnerability to extreme weather, a trend exacerbated by climate change, leading to increased infrastructure investments and preparedness measures to mitigate future flooding risks.

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Story summary

The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued coastal flood advisories and watches across the Pacific Northwest, including Clatsop County, Grays Harbor County, and the Southeast Coast, with inundation possible up to 2.5 feet.
Advisories warn of tidal overflow and urge residents to move to higher ground and avoid flooded zones.
A series of atmospheric rivers is expected to bring heavy rain and snow, raising flood and landslide risks.

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