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5 days ago
Evacuation orders partially lifted for Burlington residents
Gages Slough is flooding into homes in Burlington, according to Skagit County officials.
5 days ago
River recedes in Sumas, Nooksack and Everson, Kendall landslide reported
County officials say a Wednesday night landslide in Kendall damaged one home, several bridge closures and potentially the Twin View levee.
6 days ago
Gov. Ferguson declares state of emergency, requests expedited emergency funding from federal government
Gov. Ferguson says the situation is extremely unpredictable, and the next few days are critical.
6 days ago
Lifestyle Lookout: Jingle Bell Run, Lighted Bike Parade and live music
KGMI's Adam Smith takes a look at some fun activities happening this weekend in Whatcom County.
6 days ago
Voluntary evacuation notice issued for Ferndale residents
The Nooksack River is expected to crest at just over 23 ft., which puts it slightly over major flood stage levels.
6 days ago
Updated flood-related road closures in Whatcom County
County officials are urging drivers not to drive past road closed signs.
6 days ago
Everson, Nooksack and Sumas residents evacuate as flooding reaches 2021 levels
The Nooksack River at North Cedarville crested early Thursday morning and is expected to fall back to action stage later in the night.
6 days ago
Skagit River hits record level near Concrete, surpasses record overnight
The NWS has issued a flash flood watch for the Skagit River Basin due to potential levee and dam failures.
6 days ago
UPDATE: Skagit County issues evacuation order for entire 100-year floodplain, downtown Mount Vernon
The Division Street Bridge to and from West Mount Vernon is closing at 6 pm on Thursday.
7 days ago
UPDATE: Everson sees major flooding, residents under voluntary evacuation order
All residents north of the Nooksack River in Everson are being advised to leave the area.
1 week ago
Little Squalicum Pier closed after sinkholes develop
The city's Parks and Recreation department made the announcement via social media that the pier is closed until further notice early Wednesday afternoon.
1 week ago
UPDATE: City of Sumas issues flood warning, Go Alert for all residents
Sumas residents can pick up sandbags at the City Shop on Kneuman Road until 7 pm on Wednesday.
1 week ago
Whatcom County officials warn residents of moderate flooding this week
The Nooksack River at Ferndale is expected to see the most flooding when it crests around 21 ft. on Thursday afternoon, which puts it just above the moderate flood stage.
1 week ago
UPDATE: Level 3 Go NOW! evacuations issued for Concrete
Anyone in the impacted flood areas should secure their belongings and property, get a go bag ready and have an evacuation route planned.
1 week ago
Skagit County encourages evacuations of low-lying areas prior to flooding
Communities often impacted include Marblemount, Rockport, Concrete, Hamilton, Lyman and surrounding areas.
1 week ago
Milestone tower crane in Ferndale subject to new safety rules in 2026
The crane is being used for construction of the city's new Civic Campus on Main Street.
1 week ago
Skagit County Superior Court judge retires after 30-year legal career
Judge Thomas Verge will be retiring at the end of this month to cap off over 30 years in the legal field.
1 week ago
Skagit County could see an additional judge on superior court
SB 5836 would add a fifth judge to the Skagit County Superior Court's bench, if it passes.
1 week ago
Skagit County declares emergency over major flooding headed for Mount Vernon and Concrete
The National Weather Service has issued a flood warning for Skagit County until further notice.
1 week ago
UPDATE: Evacuation orders in parts of Skagit County, expecting record flooding in Concrete and Mount Vernon
Whatcom County has closed multiple roads due to weather/flood conditions.
