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Skagit River Floods: Cleanup Begins as Damage Mounts

12/16/2025

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The Skagit River in Mount Vernon, Washington, crested at 37.73 feet.
The river wall held, preventing major downtown damage.
Nearby towns Sumas and Everson faced severe water damage, and many residents returned to waterlogged homes.
Cleanup is underway, debris disposal sites are filled with belongings from affected families, and Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group has received over 520 requests for assistance.

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Story summary

The Skagit River in Mount Vernon, Washington, crested at 37.73 feet.
The river wall held, preventing major downtown damage.
Nearby towns Sumas and Everson faced severe water damage, and many residents returned to waterlogged homes.
Cleanup is underway, debris disposal sites are filled with belongings from affected families, and Whatcom Long Term Recovery Group has received over 520 requests for assistance.