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Clackamas River Flooding Forces Evacuations, Wreaks Havoc

12/20/2025

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Flooding along the Clackamas River prompted evacuation orders after the river crested at over 26 feet.
Paradise Park experienced severe inundation with extensive damage to homes and businesses.
Robb Hutson described the river flowing beneath his house.
Bill Madden noted significant losses at his antique mall.
In Molalla, residents returned home after evacuation orders were lifted, facing damage from the Molalla River.

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Story summary

Flooding along the Clackamas River prompted evacuation orders after the river crested at over 26 feet.
Paradise Park experienced severe inundation with extensive damage to homes and businesses.
Robb Hutson described the river flowing beneath his house.
Bill Madden noted significant losses at his antique mall.
In Molalla, residents returned home after evacuation orders were lifted, facing damage from the Molalla River.