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- The Pacific Northwest, especially Washington, faces another atmospheric river—the Pineapple Express—bringing 5 to 10 inches of rain starting Monday.
- Last week's historic flooding forced over 100,000 evacuations and caused significant damage.
- The upcoming storm may not match the prior event but could renew flooding, mudslides, and travel disruptions.
- The National Weather Service cautions saturated ground will worsen hazards, while snow levels drop, aiding flood control by locking moisture in mountains.
