Great news for Fire Fighting efforts — but watch for flooding
information released
According to the National Weather Service, rain is expected throughout the state this weekend.
Rain continues for the Eastern slope of the Cascades and into the Inland Northwest through Sunday. Confidence has increased that widespread rain will occur tonight until Sunday night.
Rain will mostly be beneficial, but heavy rain could result in localized flooding in urban areas and debris flows in steep terrain, and near recently burned areas. Before the rain arrives, take a few minutes to clear leaves and debris from gutters and neighborhood storm drains to help prevent localized pooling.
Potential for Flooding in Chelan, Douglas, Ferry and Okanogan Counties
FLOOD WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 PM PDT Sunday EVENING…
* WHAT…Debris and ash flows, rock slides, and minor flooding caused by excessive rainfall is possible, especially near burn scars.
* WHERE…Portions of North Central and Northeast Washington, including the following counties, in North Central Washington, Chelan, Douglas and Okanogan. In Northeast Washington, Ferry.
* WHEN…Until 8 PM PDT this evening.
* IMPACTS…Excessive runoff may result in debris and ash flows over burn scars in steep terrain. Rock slides will be possible. Minor flooding in urban areas where there is poor drainage. Storm drains and ditches may become clogged with debris.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS… – Moderate to heavy rain has fallen. Observed rainfall amounts range from 0.50-1.50 inches with locally around 2.00 inches in southern Chelan County. Less than 0.50 has fallen along the Canadian Border and over the Kaiser Canyon Fire. Additional rainfall amounts up to 0.25 inches are expected. – This includes but is not limited to the following burn scars: Modrite, Kaiser Canyon, Sinlahekin, Chelan Falls, Little Giant, Sisi, and Pioneer. –
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
You should monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible Flood Warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. For more information: http://www.weather.gov/safety/flood
