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Gov. Bob Ferguson said he would request an expedited emergency declaration from the federal government, seeking to unlock federal resources and financial support, as flooding continues in Western Washington this week.
Gov. Bob Ferguson has declared a statewide emergency in Washington in response to severe flooding affecting the region.
Governor Bob Ferguson declared a statewide emergency Dec. 10 following major flooding across Washington. That declaration is available here .
Washington Governor Bob Ferguson declared a state of emergency on Wednesday after an atmospheric river brought “major flooding” across the state.
Washington declares emergency as an atmospheric river brings severe flooding, mudslides, road closures and mass evacuations across the state.
State officials expect the cost of the flooding to be significant and will seek federal funds to cover the response.
Washington emergency officials warn people to take seriously any warning to evacuate, as potentially historic flooding washes out roads and rivers across western and central Washington.
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